Kim Ellis Hayes

Assoc Prof Kim Ellis Hayes is an Associate Professor at Swinburne University’s School of Science, Computing and Emerging Technologies, and founder/CEO of International Earth & Space Technology. She holds adjunct roles at the International Space University and Swinburne’s Centre for Astrophysics and Supercomputing. Her work bridges space law, technology, and governance, with a focus on sustainable space practices and STEM education. Ellis contributes to global initiatives like the UN Space Resource Governance Working Group and the World Economic Forum’s Space Sustainability Rating system.

Education background includes expertise in international law and mineral processing, complemented by aerospace legal leadership. She advises councils such as the American Bar Association’s Air and Space Law Committee and Monash University’s Aerospace Industry Advisory Group. Ellis is actively involved in STEM outreach, designing Mars rover workshops and volunteering with CSIRO’s education programs. Her astronaut training with NASA’s 501(c)(3) program underscores her commitment to atmospheric research and climate studies.

Research emphasizes interdisciplinary collaboration, blending legal frameworks with technical innovation. Key themes include space resource utilization, orbital debris reduction, and fostering international cooperation in space exploration. Ellis’s media engagements and publications reflect her dual focus on academic rigor and public engagement, addressing topics from space policy to pandemic-era astronaut training.