Kathryne J. Daniel

Kathryne J. Daniel is an Associate Professor in the Department of Astronomy and Associate Astronomer at Steward Observatory, University of Arizona. She serves as Deputy Director and Director of Land & Community Partnerships for Cosmic Explorer, a next-generation gravitational wave facility. Daniel leads research in galactic dynamics through the Steward Theory, Data and Computation Group.

Her research focuses on galactic evolution through internal secular processes, specializing in:

• Resonant dynamics in spiral disks
• Dynamical modeling of galactic structures (bars, transient spiral arms)
• Stellar kinematics and population demographics
• Theoretical frameworks for radial migration in disk galaxies

She maintains active involvement in large-scale astrophysical initiatives and computational research groups, with no current awards or student advisement information available.