Dr Manil Maskey

Dr. Manil Maskey is a Senior Research Scientist and Manager of the Office of Data Science and Informatics at NASA’s Marshall Space Flight Center. An expert in data systems, AI, and advanced visualization, Dr. Maskey has over 25 years of experience working in industry, academia, and government. Prior to joining NASA, he worked on large-scale data mining applications at NCR/Teradata and machine learning research for NASA and NSF at the University of Alabama in Huntsville (UAH).

At NASA, he has played a leading role in science data system modernization, cloud initiatives, and has led high-profile competitive solicitations, cross-agency programs, and international projects. He was previously the Data Science and Innovation Lead for NASA’s Science Mission Directorate, where he led the agency’s efforts in AI. He also established the data management project for NASA's Commercial Satellite Data Program. He is a recipient of the NASA Agency Exceptional Achievement Medal, NASA Agency Silver Achievement Medal, several NASA Agency Group Achievement Awards, and multiple NASA Marshall Innovation awards.

In addition to his work at NASA, he is an adjunct faculty member in the UAH Atmospheric Science Department. He holds leadership roles in several organizations, including senior membership in the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE), chairing the Geoscience and Remote Sensing Society (GRSS) technical committee. He represents NASA in interagency activities in the Big Data Interagency Working Group and serves on the Steering Committee of the National Artificial Intelligence Research Resource (NAIRR) Program.

Manil was part of the project team for research and development of the CitizenQuery Benchmark.