APLU Statement on the Selection of Michael Kratsios and Lynne Parker for Senior Science and Technology Roles

Washington, DC – APLU President Mark Becker today released the following statement on President-elect Trump’s nomination of Michael Kratsios as Director of the White House Office of Technology Policy (OSTP) and appointment of Lynne Parker as Executive Director of the Presidential Council of Advisors for Science and Technology and Counselor to the OSTP Director.

“APLU applauds President-elect Trump’s nomination of Michael Kratsios as Director of the White House Office of Science and Technology Policy and appointment of Lynne Parker as Executive Director of the Presidential Council of Advisors for Science and Technology and Counselor to the OSTP Director.

“Mr. Kratsios brings a wealth of experience in senior science and technology roles in government and the private sector, including at OSTP and the Department of Defense. He will play a central role in shaping President Trump’s science and technology agenda. Dr. Parker has previously served in key roles such as the Deputy Chief Technology Officer of the United States, Founding Director of the National Artificial Intelligence Initiative Office, and as a researcher and administrator at the University of Tennessee.

“APLU is enthusiastic that President-elect Trump selected two individuals who recognize the importance of science to national competitiveness, health, and economic growth. OSTP and PCAST play central roles in enhancing science in policymaking.

“We look forward to working with Mr. Kratsios and Dr. Parker to advance American scientific and innovation leadership in partnership with public research universities in critical fields such as AI, quantum computing, and advanced manufacturing – which are vital to American prosperity and security at a moment of intense global competition.”