G. David Low

G. David Low, born in Cleveland in 1956, was not just an astronaut but a legacy within NASA, his life a testament to intellectual curiosity and the relentless pursuit of exploration. Son of George M. Low, NASA’s deputy administrator and a pivotal figure in the Apollo lunar missions, David’s proximity to the heart of space exploration undoubtedly shaped his path, though he acknowledged his passion for space might have ignited independently. After graduating from Langley High School in 1974, Low’s academic journey led him through Washington and Lee University and Cornell University, where he honed his skills in physics, engineering, and mechanical engineering. His early career at the Jet Propulsion Laboratory saw him contributing to significant planetary missions, including the Mars Observer and the Galileo spacecraft, destined for Jupiter.