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Biography - Patrick J Ford

Dr. Pat Ford is a future threat assessments lead in support of U.S. Navy tactical airborne electronic attack programs. He previously served as the APUS Space Studies Program Director, as well as the first Dean of the School of Science and Technology. He is now an adjunct professor in both the Intelligence and Space Studies Programs, and also serves as the Space Studies Outreach Coordinator. Dr. Ford received his PhD in Applied Management and Decision Sciences from Walden University with a Specialization in Naval Warfare Operations Analysis. His doctoral research focused on the use of commercial off the shelf radar payloads on uninhabited aerial vehicles. He received his Master of Science degree in Space Studies from the University of North Dakota, where his research focused on the development of new methods of microgravity countermeasures in support of long duration space flight. His current research includes close collaboration with astronaut Buzz Aldrin, focusing on the human exploration of Mars. A retired U.S. Naval Reserve cryptologic officer, he is one of the few individuals to graduate from both the Joint Military Intelligence College Post Graduate Intelligence Program and the Middle Enlisted Cryptologic Career Advancement Program. He is the author-editor of two books, Introduction to Intelligence - A Synthesis of Public Domain Sources, and Key Radar Concepts for Electronic Warfare. His hobbies include sailing, flying light sport aircraft, and amateur (ham) radio.