معرفی
Dr. Marcus Holzinger is the Joseph T. Negler Professor and Hatfield Endowed Professor in Space Policy & Law at the University of Colorado Boulder's Department of Aerospace Engineering Sciences. He leads the Colorado Center for Astrodynamics Research (CCAR) and the VADeR Laboratory, focusing on advancing space exploration through interdisciplinary research in space policy, autonomy, and space situational awareness. His work emphasizes collaboration and sustainable practices in space.
Education:
- PhD in Aerospace Engineering Sciences, University of Colorado Boulder (2011)
- MS in Aeronautics & Astronautics Engineering, University of Washington (2005)
- BS in Aeronautics & Astronautics Engineering, University of Washington (2003)
Research Interests:
- Space Policy & Law
- Space Domain Awareness
- Autonomy & Decision Support Systems
- Cislunar Space Dynamics
- Information Theory & Estimation
- Space Traffic Management
Recent Research Trends: Holzinger’s work prioritizes cislunar space exploration and decentralized decision-making for space systems, with applications in orbital debris mitigation, sensor tasking, and spacecraft autonomy. His publications frequently address challenges in initial orbit determination and spacecraft maneuver detection.
Awards:
- American Astronautical Society Fellow (2022)
- AIAA Associate Fellow (2018)
- AFOSR Young Investigator Award (2017)
Advising & Labs: Holzinger mentors students in the STARLIT and VADeR Observatories. Notable advisees include Sam Fedeler (2023 PhD) and Katie Melbourne (PhD student). His labs develop technologies like astrographic mapping and sensor networks for space surveillance.
Labs/Teams: CCAR and the VADeR Lab collaborate on projects funded by NASA, AFRL, and industry partners, emphasizing hardware-in-the-loop testing and space policy frameworks.
