Dr. Rose Hernandez is currently a Science Program Director for In-Space Production Applications at the International Space Station (ISS) National Laboratory. She is responsible for championing R&D programs for a diverse portfolio of technologies in advanced materials manufactured in space to benefit the nation.
Rose began her career as a research scientist at the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) in 1997. She worked in a variety of laboratory divisions and projects including analytical chemistry, biotechnology and surface and microanalysis science. In 2005, Rose pivoted to the private R&D sector; developing and advancing the commercialization of new technologies and products for chemical, OTC-pharmaceutical, and consumer industries. Rose has bachelor’s degree in chemistry and mathematics from the University of Puerto Rico and a Ph.D. in materials sciences & engineering from Penn State University.
Rose credits her growth and career to STEM initiatives and its supporters and will forever be an advocate for STEM. She is a proponent for equity and inclusion, particularly the empowerment of women to elevate who they are in the workplace.
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