Dr. Casey coordinates the design and development of the nine first-light science instruments, and insures that as they become ready, they will meet their performance goals and "fit" into the observatory: physically, electronically, and operationally. This includes use of common observing modes, common paths to FAA flight certification, and a shared software and archiving environment. Dr. Casey's personal research interests include the study of interstellar dust grain composition and their resultant optical absorption and emission properties.