Who is Shelly Krasnow?

Picture of Shelly Krasnow, the Geophysical device, for Washington D.C.

Shelly Krasnow was an electrical engineer who devoted his life to creating, researching, and developing products that can help improve medicine and science. He was known for his work in the Geophysical Instrument Company and began working specifically with the Geophysical Instrument.  

In his later years, Krasnow devoted his life to developing areas of upcoming research fields. His dedication to continuous education and learning led to his motivation for developing an institute that benefits "mankind." With this in mind, the Krasnow Institute for Advanced Study was developed, focusing on Neuroscience Research. 

Krasnow passed away in 1989, but his legacy lives on within the Krasnow Institute, where many students at George Mason University can contribute to the development, experimentation, and understanding of Neuroscience.  

Letter to memorialize Shelly Krasnow and his contribution to George Mason University, 1989.

The Krasnow Memorial Institute Memorial which remembers the memory of Shelly Krasnow, and everything he has done for the program. 

Now, George Mason University has developed many science classes that are dedicated to the development of the human mind. Allowing both graduate and undergraduate programs to continue to rise in the United States of America. 

George Mason University, "About Shelly Krasnow."

A paper from a short book describing the purpose of the Krasnow Institute. It states that Krasnow devoted himself to scientific research. He wanted to create an institute to advance human knowledge.

Giving a brief history of his contribution to GMU research and providing context for his background studies. His goal of creating a place for students to learn has been shown in the development of groundbreaking studies conducted by researchers, students, and professors at George Mason University.