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Michael Gross

Manager, GRACE-C Mission at NASA Jet Propulsion Laboratory; AIAA Associate Fellow; IEEE Senior Member; IAA Corresponding Member

Michael Gross is a Project Manager for the GRACE-C (Gravity Recovery and Climate Experiment - Continuation) mission at NASA's Jet Propulsion Laboratory (JPL). He plays a significant role in overseeing the mission, which focuses on monitoring and understanding changes in Earth's gravity field, a critical aspect for studying water movement and climate change.

Gross has been involved in various capacities within the GRACE and GRACE-FO (Follow-On) missions, which are designed to provide precise measurements of Earth's gravity field and monitor changes in water storage, ice sheets, and sea level. His expertise includes managing the integration of advanced technologies, such as laser ranging systems, which aim to enhance measurement precision significantly compared to previous microwave systems.1 4

In addition to his technical responsibilities, Gross has contributed to scientific discussions and presentations related to the GRACE missions, showcasing the importance of these projects in understanding Earth's climate dynamics and resource management.2 3 His work is crucial for the ongoing efforts to gather data that informs climate science and environmental policy.