Arati Prabhakar

Arati Prabhakar is a prominent scientist and engineer who has held leadership roles in major technology and government agencies. She served as the Director of the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST), where she oversees standards and innovation, and was also the Director of the Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA), driving advanced technology research for national security. With a background in electrical engineering and a track record of fostering innovation, she combines scientific expertise with leadership to advance technological progress and national priorities.