Background
Melvin, Leland D. was born on February 15, 1964 in Lynchburg, Virginia, United States. Son of Deems and Grace Melvin.
Melvin, Leland D. was born on February 15, 1964 in Lynchburg, Virginia, United States. Son of Deems and Grace Melvin.
Bachelor of Science in Chemistry, University Richmond, 1986. Master of Science in Materials Science Engineering, University Virginia, 1991.
Researcher fiber optic sensors group, nondestructive evaluation science branch Langley Research Center, National Aeronautics and Space Administration, Virginia, 1989—1994, head vehicle health monitoring team, 1994—1998. Astronaut, mission specialist candidate Johnson Space Center National Aeronautics and Space Administration, Houston, since 1998. Co-manager, Educator Astronaut Program National Aeronautics and Space Administration.
Crew member Atlantis STS-122 mission to deliver the European Space Agency's Columbus Laboratory to the International Space Station, 2008. Mission specialist STS-129 Atlantis Mission, 2009.
Member of Society for Experimental Mechanics, American Chemical Society, National Technical Association (Hampton Roads chapter secretary 1993).