The Petitioner proposes to direct a startup incubator in Nevada, providing early-stage support to startups in science, technology, knowledge, and innovation (STKI) and science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) fields. This involves scouting promising startups, designing mentorship programs, assisting with funding, and facilitating technology transfer from academic institutions to commercial entities. He also intends to provide STEM/STKI career programs in public schools, focusing on minorities.
The petitioner proposes to implement Single Minute Exchange of Die (SMED) methodology to improve the 'time of change' in aircraft maintenance checks (MRO). The work aims to reduce maintenance costs and times for airlines through a structured four-phase system of analysis, classification, method determination, and follow-up.
The petitioner proposes to continue research on developing novel tunable catalysts via switchable catalysis and nanoparticle enzymes. The work focuses on preparing novel compounds and materials for industrial applications to support advances in the global catalyst industry.
