James Blake

James Blake is affiliated with the University of Warwick in the following capacities:

• Research Fellow in the Department of Physics
• Secretary of the Centre for Space Domain Awareness (CSDA)
• Secretary of the Global Network On Sustainability In Space (GNOSIS)

His research specializes in space domain awareness and space debris tracking using astronomical techniques, with emphasis on optical satellite imaging and orbit determination. Key contributions include developing computational tools for space situational awareness that bridge observational astronomy and space operations.

Blake drives collaborative research through GNOSIS, which:

• Organizes cross-sector workshops connecting academia, defense, and industry
• Provides seed funding for innovative space sustainability projects
• Supports graduate student research through partial funding mechanisms
• Hosts international seminar series featuring space debris experts

As CSDA Secretary, he coordinates Warwick's multidisciplinary approach to space safety, integrating physics, engineering, and policy research to develop practical solutions for satellite operators. His work directly addresses the growing challenge of orbital congestion through technical innovation and global partnership building.