[Congressional Record Volume 142, Number 51 (Friday, April 19, 1996)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E585]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                   TRIBUTE TO DR. ROBERT E. HENDERSON

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                           HON. FLOYD SPENCE

                           of south carolina

                    in the house of representatives

                        Thursday, April 18, 1996

  Mr. SPENCE. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize Dr. Robert E. 
Henderson, as he retires as President and Director, Chief Executive 
Officer of the South Carolina Research Authority [SCRA]. The SCRA was 
established in 1983 as a nonprofit scientific and engineering 
corporation to address national and international manufacturing issues 
through the development of new technologies. For the past 12\1/2\ 
years, Dr. Henderson has shaped the SCRA into the dynamic organization 
that it is today, and South Carolinians are most appreciative of the 
contributions that he has made to our State and to the Nation.
  Under the leadership of Dr. Henderson, nearly one-half billion 
dollars have been invested, sold, and/or contracted through SCRA 
research parks and technology management programs. In addition to 
leading South Carolina to the cutting-edge of technology, the SCRA has 
become a recognized leader nationally, through SCRA projects, 
technology, and corporate teams representing activity in almost every 
State in the Union.
  Dr. Henderson has always responded to the call of his country and his 
community. During World War II, he served as a staff sergeant in the 
infantry of the U.S. Army, and was awarded the Purple Heart medal. He 
then received the bachelor of arts degree in physics from Carlton 
College, as well as the masters of arts degree in physics and the 
doctor of philosophy degree in physics from the University of Missouri.
  Dr. Henderson has distinguished himself in the fields of physics and 
engineering, and he has published numerous scholarly articles. He has 
been appointed to the Defense Science Board and the Defense 
Manufacturing Board, in addition to having served as president of the 
Indianapolis Scientific and Engineering Foundation, director of the 
International Solar Energy Society, and a member of the Board of 
Visitors of Clemson University. He recently received South Carolina's 
highest recognition, The Order of the Palmetto.
  Dr. Henderson has made great contributions to South Carolina and to 
our country through an outstanding career that has been diverse and 
exemplary. He is wished much continued success as he moves on to face 
new challenges and rewards.

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