Background
Robinson, Robert Melvin was born on February 24, 1949 in Pt. Chester, New York, United States. Son of George and Minnie (Repaci) Robinson.
science foundation administrator scientist
Robinson, Robert Melvin was born on February 24, 1949 in Pt. Chester, New York, United States. Son of George and Minnie (Repaci) Robinson.
Bachelor in Astronomy, University of California at Los Angeles, 1971; Master of Science in Space Physics, Rice U., 1978; Doctor of Philosophy in Space Physics, Rice U., 1980.
Research scientist, Socially Responsible Investment International, Menlo Park, California, 1980-1984; staff scientist, Lockheed Palo Alto (California) Research Laboratory, 1984-1992; program director, National Science Foundation, Washington, since 1992.
Member American Geophysical Union.
Married Lesvia J. Asteguieta, June 23, 1979. Children: Gina, Amy, Julia.