Dr. S Unnikrishnan Nair, a scientist and launch vehicle expert, was named director of the Vikram Sarabhai Space Centre (VSSC). The Indian Space Research Organisation (IsroVSSC )’s is a prominent space research centre that specialises in rockets and space vehicles for satellite missions. During his time at VSSC Trivandrum, Nair has made major contributions in the areas of launch vehicle mechanics, acoustic protection systems, and payload fairing.
He will replace S Somanath, who recently took over as the chairman of ISRO. VSSC is a space research center of the Indian Space Research Organisation.
