Sara Webb

Dr. Sara Webb is a Lecturer at Swinburne University of Technology's School of Science, Computing and Emerging Technologies, where she serves as:

• Course Director for Swinburne Astronomy Online
• Microgravity Program Lead
• Program Mission Director for SHINE and the Swinburne Space Innovation Challenge

Her research integrates observational astronomy, artificial intelligence, and space science, focusing on transient astrophysical phenomena using machine learning. Key research areas include:

• Gamma-ray burst detection and classification
• Interstellar object analysis
• Space debris tracking systems
• Microgravity experiment development
• Human-machine teaming for cosmic discovery

Recent publications demonstrate expertise in fast transient detection (7 papers 2021-2025) and machine learning applications in astronomy (3 publications). Her work has been cited 48 times across these papers.

Scientific recognition includes:

• Forbes 30 Under 30 Asia (2025)
• Space Domain Awareness Leadership
• AI & Anomaly Detection Innovation
• International Collaboration Network

As a science communicator, she supervises 5+ doctoral students, authors The Conversation pieces (20+ 2021-2025), and has written The Little Book of Cosmic Catastrophes. Grants include funding from University of Melbourne and Swinburne internal programs for space research initiatives.