Sara Seager
Professor of Planetary Science, Physics, and Aerospace Engineering · Massachusetts Institute of Technology
Sara Seager is an astrophysicist and planetary scientist, and is an expert in theory, computation, and data analysis of exoplanets.
Exoplanet Habitable Zones Exoplanet Atmospheres Exoplanet Interior Composition
William Whittaker
Founders University Research Professor · Carnegie Mellon University
A field robotics pioneer, William "Red" Whittaker's research interests centers on mobile robots in unpredictable environments.
Multisensor Data Fusion Robotics in Hazerdous Application Industrial Robotics Field & Service Robotics Outdoor Mobile Robots
David Wettergreen
Research Professor · Carnegie Mellon University
David Wettergreen is well known for deploying robots in locations that compel scientific investigation without human presence.
Human-Robot Interaction Underwater Robotics Space Robots and Systems Robotics for Scientific Discovery AI Reasoning for Robotics
Adam Frank
Professor of astrophysics, science commentator, and popular author · University of Rochester
Frank is a leading expert on how stars form and how they die, as well as civilizations before humans
Extraterrestrial Life Space Discoveries Life on Other Planets Civilizations and climate change Theoretical Astrophysics
Dr. Marianne Mader
Managing Director, Earth & Space/Fossils & Evolution, Royal Ontario Museum · Co-Founder & Board Member, STEAMLabs Community Makerspace
Cultivating curiosity. Inspiring passion for exploration. Empowering people to engage with science & tech. www.mariannemader.com
Space Exploration Planetary Science Science Communication Maker Culture STEAM Education
Tanya Harrison
Fellow · Outer Space Institute
Professional Martian who has worked on rocks and robots on the Red Planet.
Space and Astrophysics Climate Change Satellite Based Remote Sensing of the Earth/atmosphere System Earth Science Women in STEM Careers
Edward Guinan, PhD
Professor of Astrophysics and Planetary Sciences | College of Liberal Arts and Sciences · Villanova University
Edward Guinan, PhD, an expert in astronomy and space science research explores the sun, stars, planets, extraterrestrial life potential.
Severe & Hazardous Weather / Global Warming Interstellar Travel Potential Pulsating Stars and Stellar Evolution Exoplanets and the Suitability of Exoplanets for Life Astrobiology/Exobiology
Amy Fagan
Assistant Professor · Western Carolina University
Amy Fagan studies NASA’s planetary geology, with a focus on petrology, mineralogy, and lunar geology.
Petrology Minerology Planetary Geology Lunar Geology
Stephen Elardo
Assistant Professor · University of Florida
Stephen Elardo's research focuses on early planetary formation and evolution, specifically in the geological evolution of the moon.
Core Magma Apollo Planetary Exploration The Moon
Manasvi Lingam, Ph.D.
Assistant Professor | Aerospace, Physics and Space Sciences · Florida Tech
Dr. Lingam's research interests are primarily within the transdisciplinary areas of astrobiology.
Planetary Science Plasma Physics Astrobiology Astrophysics
Kyle Davis
Assistant Professor, Geography and Spacial Sciences · University of Delaware
Prof. Davis' work focuses on food systems, water sustainability, and global environmental change.
Human Migration Nutrition Global Environmental Change Food Systems Sustainability
Dr. PANKAJ DHUSSA Ph.D. & Sc.D.
NATIONAL AERONAUTICS AND SPACE ADMINISTRATION · NASA
Research Scientist & iNaturalist
Astronomy iNaturalist Futuristic Thinking Research & Development Technology & Innovation
Karyn Rogers
Assistant Professor, Earth and Environmental Sciences · Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute
Focuses on the relationships between microbial communities and environmental conditions in extreme ecosystems
Geobiology Geological & Environmental Sciences Geochemistry Geomicrobiology Astrobiology
Mark Anderson
Senior Lecturer of History · Loyola Marymount University
Bellarmine College of Liberal Arts
Later Roman Empire Early Medieval Europe Ancient Medicine Health and Welfare Calendrics
Andrew Johnson
Visiting Assistant Professor of Political Science and International Relations · Loyola Marymount University
Bellarmine College of Liberal Arts
John Gizis
Professor, Physics and Astronomy · University of Delaware
Prof. Gizis focuses his research on improving the understanding of stars and brown dwarfs (failed stars).
Brown Dwarfs and Binaries Cool Stars Stars Solar System Cosmology
Jayati Ghosh
Professor of Economics · University of Massachusetts Amherst
Jayati Ghosh is one of India's best-known economists and a frequent commentator and writer about a wide range of issues.
Economics and the Developing World Economy of India India Asian Political Economy Gender and Care Work
Julie Brigham-Grette
Professor of Earth, Geographic, and Climate Sciences · University of Massachusetts Amherst
Julie Brigham-Grette is an internationally-renowned expert on the Arctic’s climate history and sea-level rise.
Polar climate Arctic Science Sedimentology Glaciology Geological Mapping
Eric Weaver
CEO · Transparent Path
Bringing IoT, blockchain and AI together to reduce risk, loss and waste in the food supply.
Social Business Consumer Behavior Social Media Social Media Analytics Big Data Analytics
Willett Kempton
Professor, Marine Science and Policy · University of Delaware
Prof. Kempton invented vehicle-to-grid power (V2G); he researches, publishes and lectures on offshore wind power and on electric vehicles.
Vehicle-to-Grid Power Offshore Wind Policy