James Rhyne Killian, American educator, scientist and White House advisor (born 1904)

James Rhyne Killian Jr. was the 10th president of the Massachusetts Institute of Technology, from 1948 until 1959. He also held a number of government roles, such as Chair of the President's Intelligence Advisory Board under John F. Kennedy.

January 29 is the 29th day of the year in the Gregorian calendar; 336 days remain until the end of the year.