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Dr. Jessica Sunshine is a Professor in the Department of Geology at the University of Maryland. Her research focuses on planetary materials and processes, particularly using spectroscopy and morphological analysis to study comets, asteroids, meteorites, and lunar geology. She is a principal investigator on NASA missions such as the Double Asteroid Redirection Test (DART) and the Lucy Mission, contributing to breakthroughs in planetary defense and asteroid composition analysis. Dr. Sunshine holds a Ph.D. from Brown University (1994). Her work integrates field-based and remote sensing techniques, including thermal infrared spectroscopy, to explore topics like the origins of spinel-rich deposits on the Moon, the composition of Trojan asteroids, and the dynamics of impact ejecta. She leads the Lunar Vulkan Imaging and Spectroscopy Explorer (Lunar-VISE) mission to study non-mare volcanic regions on the Moon. Her recent studies include analyzing the DART mission's impact on Dimorphos, revealing insights into asteroid deflection mechanics and surface material responses. She has also contributed to understanding the geological history of Ceres and the compositional diversity of Jupiter Trojans through the Lucy mission's data.

• Planetary Science
• Asteroid Composition
• Comet Studies
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Siegfried Eggl is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Aerospace Engineering at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign , with additional affiliations as an Affiliate Faculty in the Department of Astronomy (2022–present) and the National Center for Supercomputing Applications (NCSA) (2021–present). His research bridges astrodynamics, planetary defense, and celestial navigation, focusing on spacecraft trajectory optimization, asteroid deflection, and autonomous navigation systems. Education: B.S., Astrophysics, University of Vienna (2005) M.S., Astrophysics, University of Vienna (2008) M.S., Computational Physics, University of Vienna (2009) Ph.D., Astrophysics, University of Vienna (2013) Research Interests: Eggl investigates astrodynamics for planetary defense, including momentum transfer in asteroid impacts (e.g., NASA’s DART mission). He develops algorithms for celestial navigation using variable stars and studies space domain awareness to address satellite constellation interference. His work also explores dynamical systems in binary star environments and computation/data-driven approaches to orbital mechanics. Recent Publications highlight advancements in planetary defense simulations , celestial navigation algorithms , and asteroid impact dynamics . Topics include state transition matrix computation , ejecta momentum analysis , and binary asteroid system modeling . Scientific Awards: LSST Architect Award (2021) Space Foundation 2023 Space Achievement Award (DART Team) AIAA Award for Engineering Excellence (DART Team, 2023) Asteroid 2000 GT167 named 'Eggl' (2023) 2024 Engineering Council Outstanding Advisors Best paper award at AIAA Guidance, Navigation, and Control Conference (2024) Eggl contributes to professional societies such as the AIAA , American Astronomical Society (Division on Dynamical Astronomy) , and International Astronomical Union , where he co-leads the Centre for the Protection of the Dark and Quiet Sky. His APEX research group at UIUC focuses on planetary defense and astrodynamics.

• Astrodynamics
• Planetary Defense
• Celestial Navigation
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Ryan Hurley is an Associate Professor in the Department of Mechanical Engineering at Johns Hopkins University's Whiting School of Engineering, with a secondary appointment in the Department of Civil and Systems Engineering. He is a Fellow of the Hopkins Extreme Materials Institute (HEMI) and leads a research group focused on the mechanics of granular and geologic materials, multiscale modeling, and 3D materials characterization. PhD, California Institute of Technology (Caltech), 2015 Postdoctoral Research, Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory (LLNL), 2015–2017 Joined JHU Faculty, 2018 His research interests center on understanding the mechanical behavior and failure mechanisms of granular materials, rocks, concrete, and ceramics through novel experiments and numerical models. He specializes in in-situ X-ray imaging and diffraction to observe deformation at micro and mesoscales. Key areas include impact physics, wave propagation, and rapid compaction, with applications in asteroid deflection and structural safety. His group develops digital twin models to simulate material behavior across scales. The research publications reveal a strong trend in multiscale experimental mechanics of geomaterials, combining high-resolution imaging with computational modeling. His work frequently appears in top journals such as Journal of the Mechanics and Physics of Solids , Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences , and International Journal of Solids and Structures , focusing on granular dynamics, fracture, compaction, and constitutive modeling. Scientific awards include: NSF CAREER Award (2020) AFOSR Young Investigator Program (YIP) Award (2022) AEOP Mentor of the Year (2021) Department of Energy Secretary’s Appreciation Award (2017) Hurley has secured significant research funding from NSF, AFOSR, ARL, DOE, and DTRA . He actively mentors PhD, postdoctoral, and undergraduate students, and his group has produced numerous publications. He serves as co-editor of Open Geomechanics and has reviewed for major journals and funding agencies. Since 2021, he has chaired the annual Mach Conference. His research group operates within the Hopkins Extreme Materials Institute (HEMI) and utilizes advanced facilities including synchrotron X-ray sources and high-speed imaging systems for impact experiments.

• Mechanics of Structurally Complex Materials
• Granular and Geologic Materials
• Multiscale Materials Modeling
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Philip Lubin is a Full Professor in the Department of Physics at the University of California, Santa Barbara. His research spans experimental cosmology, directed energy applications, and planetary defense, with a focus on millimeter-wave studies of the early universe and photonic propulsion systems. He leads the Experimental Cosmology Group and has contributed to groundbreaking work on the Cosmic Microwave Background (CMB) via the Planck mission. Affiliations: University of California, Santa Barbara; NASA Starlight Program; Breakthrough Starshot Initiative Professor Lubin's research interests include: Planetary Defense: Terminal interdiction methods using kinetic penetrators Directed Energy Systems: Applications for relativistic spacecraft propulsion and deep space exploration CMB Studies: Polarization analysis and cosmological parameter determination His recent publications emphasize: Advanced planetary defense simulations Interstellar communication challenges CMB legacy data analysis Directed energy propulsion architectures Scientific Accolades: 2006 Gruber Prize in Cosmology (COBE team) 2018 Gruber Prize in Cosmology (Planck team) Professor Lubin actively mentors students in experimental physics and cosmology while leading the DeepSpace.ucsb.edu initiative for space exploration technologies.

• Astrophysics
• Cosmology
• Directed Energy Applications
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Professor Alan Fitzsimmons is a leading astrophysicist at Queen's University Belfast's School of Mathematics and Physics, affiliated with the Astrophysics Research Centre. His research focuses on icy comets and near-Earth asteroids, using large telescopes worldwide to study their physical characteristics and origins. He has led studies on historic events like the Comet Shoemaker-Levy 9 impact on Jupiter and the first observed interstellar object 'Oumuamua. Member of European Space Agency (ESA) and European Research Council (ERC) teams evaluating asteroid threats Recipient of prestigious awards including the Royal Astronomical Society George Darwin Lecturer (2022) Active in public engagement through media appearances and asteroid-related outreach His research interests span asteroid/comet physical properties, planetary defense, and emerging space mining technologies. Recent work includes studies on interstellar objects and the DART asteroid deflection mission.

• Astrophysics
• Asteroids
• Comets
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Dr. Brian Kaplinger is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Aerospace Engineering at the University of Kansas. His research focuses on astrodynamics, trajectory and mission design, and vision-based spacecraft guidance, navigation, and control. He can be reached at bkaplinger@ku.edu or via phone at 785-864-2924 in 2119C Learned Hall.

• Astrodynamics
• Trajectory and Mission Design
• Vision-based Spacecraft Guidance
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Matthew Pryal serves as an Assistant Professor of the General Faculty in the Astronomy Department at the University of Virginia's College of Arts and Sciences, where he has taught large-enrollment introductory astronomy courses for non-science majors since August 2021. His position focuses on teaching excellence and public outreach, with significant contributions to community astronomy education across Charlottesville and Albemarle County. Dr. Pryal earned his B.S. in Astronomy & Astrophysics in 2015 from Penn State University followed by a Ph.D. in Astronomy from the University of Virginia in 2020. His educational background informs his approach to making astronomy accessible to diverse audiences. His primary research interests center on astronomy education and science communication rather than traditional astronomical research. Pryal specializes in developing effective methods for teaching astronomy to non-science majors and creating engaging public outreach experiences. His work emphasizes making complex astronomical concepts understandable and exciting for general audiences through various formats including planetarium shows, public lectures, and informal settings like breweries. Analysis of his recent media appearances reveals consistent focus on making astronomy accessible to the public. His work spans celestial events (eclipses, meteor showers), space missions (Artemis, DART), and fundamental astronomical concepts. The trend shows increasing sophistication in public engagement techniques while maintaining approachability for non-expert audiences. 2024 Award for Excellence in Teaching from the UVA Jefferson Scholars Foundation As a dedicated educator, Pryal has developed numerous teaching materials and presentations for both classroom and public settings. His outreach efforts include organizing over 28 Astronomy on Tap events since 2019, conducting more than 200 planetarium shows reaching over 4,000 people, and leading the Dark Skies, Bright Kids program from 2016-2019. He frequently collaborates with local schools, community organizations, and media outlets to expand astronomy education opportunities. Pryal leads Astronomy on Tap - Charlottesville under his alter ego 'Buzzed Lightyear,' organizes planetarium events using the DSBK portable system, and volunteers at UVA's McCormick and Fan Mountain observatories. His outreach teams include collaborators from the Astronomy Department, local educators, and community volunteers who help bring astronomy to diverse audiences through relaxed, engaging formats.

• Astronomy Education
• Public Outreach
• Science Communication
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Dr. Joan Pau Sanchez Cuartielles is a Lecturer in Space Engineering at Cranfield University's School of Aerospace, Transport and Manufacturing. He holds a PhD from the University of Glasgow and has extensive experience in postdoctoral research, including a Marie Curie Fellowship at the Universitat Politècnica de Catalunya. His expertise spans small body missions, asteroid deflection, and space mission design. He has contributed to high-profile projects such as the ESA's Comet Interceptor mission and has pioneered methods in trajectory optimization using dynamic programming and graph-based algorithms. Education Background: Bachelor's Degree in Physics, Universitat de Barcelona MSc in Mission Analysis and Design, University of Glasgow PhD in Space Engineering, University of Glasgow (2009) Research Interests: Focuses on complex space trajectory design, including gravity-assist techniques, asteroid exploration, and autonomous navigation systems. His work integrates advanced optimization algorithms with practical mission constraints, enabling low-cost CubeSat missions and innovative sample-return architectures. Grants & Collaborations: Supported by ESA, UK Space Agency, and European Commission. Active in interdisciplinary projects involving spacecraft navigation, planetary defense, and interplanetary mission planning. Labs/Teams: Core member of the Visionary Space Systems theme within the ERC-funded VISIONSPACE project, and collaborator on international missions like the ESA F-Class Comet Interceptor.

• Astrodynamics
• Space Mission Design
• Asteroid Deflection
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Mark Boslough is a Research Professor at the University of New Mexico's Department of Earth and Planetary Sciences. He is a retired technical staff member from Sandia National Laboratories and currently affiliated with Los Alamos National Laboratory. His research focuses on planetary defense, climate change, and computational modeling of cosmic impact effects. Boslough holds a Ph.D. in Applied Physics from Caltech (1983). He has participated in high-profile projects like the DART mission and contributed to the National Research Council's asteroid mitigation report 'Defending Planet Earth' (2010). Research Interests: Planetary defense mechanisms, airburst physics, nuclear weapons effects, and climate science. Fieldwork includes expeditions to Tunguska, Chelyabinsk, and the Libyan Desert. Key Contributions: Developed models for asteroid impact consequences, airburst tsunamis, and planetary defense strategies. Authored over 50 peer-reviewed articles and actively debunks pseudoscientific claims like the YDIH and Tall el-Hammam meteor strike hypotheses.

• Planetary Defense
• Climate Change
• Atmospheric Sciences
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Elizabeth A. Silber is a Senior R&D Scientist at Sandia National Labs and an Adjunct Professor in the Department of Earth Sciences at Western University. Her research focuses on planetary science, physics, and extraterrestrial phenomena, with a particular emphasis on infrasound analysis for bolide detection, planetary defense strategies, and atmospheric interactions. She collaborates on high-profile missions like OSIRIS-REx and investigates phenomena such as asteroid entry dynamics, Venus resurfacing, and space debris monitoring. Her work combines geophysical observation techniques with advanced data analysis methods to address critical questions in planetary science and space safety. Education & Affiliations: Western University: Adjunct Professor, Department of Earth Sciences Sandia National Labs: Senior R&D Scientist Research Interests: Silber’s research spans multiple disciplines including: Infrasound-based bolide tracking and energy estimation Planetary defense mechanisms for asteroid mitigation Impact crater formation on icy bodies like Europa and Titan Venus atmospheric studies and resurfacing processes Acoustic signatures of spacecraft reentries and rocket explosions Grants & Collaborations: Her projects involve multi-institutional collaborations, including observational campaigns for OSIRIS-REx re-entry studies and analysis of historical bolide datasets. She actively contributes to global infrasound sensor networks and balloon-borne acoustic detection systems. Labs & Teams: Associated with Sandia National Labs’ planetary defense initiatives and Western University’s Earth Sciences research groups.

• Planetary Science
• Physics
• Asteroid Impact Dynamics
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Dr. Darren E. Holland is a Research Associate Professor of Nuclear Engineering in the Department of Engineering Physics at the Air Force Institute of Technology (AFIT). His work focuses on optimizing radiation transport in complex geometries, developing models for radiative and thermal effects in space and underground environments, and applying computational intelligence to radiation detection systems. PhD, Mechanical Engineering, University of Michigan (2012) MS, Mechanical Engineering, University of Michigan (2008) BS, Mechanical Engineering, Cedarville University (2006) Dr. Holland's research interests span nuclear engineering, radiation detection, and computational modeling. His work includes designing rotating scatter masks for directional radiation detection, analyzing neutron energy impacts on asteroid deflection, and integrating machine learning with radiation imaging. He has received multiple U.S. Air Force Research Lab Summer Faculty Fellowships (2016-2018) to support this research. His publications since 2010 highlight trends in radiation detection system optimization, neutron transport analysis, and machine learning applications. Key subfields include directional imaging algorithms, planetary defense strategies, and sensor development for mixed-radiation environments. Dr. Holland has been recognized with the Outstanding Thesis Advisor Award (2021) and the 2021 Virtual Student Conference Best Paper Award in the Isotopes & Radiation category. Outstanding Thesis Advisor Award (2021) 2021 Virtual Student Conference Best Paper Award (Isotopes & Radiation) 1st Quarter Civ Cat III (EN, AFIT, AETC level) (2020) AETC Nuclear Deterrence Operations Professional Team of the Year Award (2019) ASME Dayton Section Chairman’s Recognition Award (2015) Best Engineering Design (2003) Effective Leader Award (2002) Dr. Holland has mentored senior design students at Trine and Cedarville Universities, guiding projects on appropriate technology, personal defense weapon design, and aerodynamics. His current work at AFIT involves radiation modeling in space and underground environments, supported by collaborations with the National Ignition Facility and radiation measurement conferences.

• Nuclear Engineering
• Radiation Detection
• Optimization
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Christoph Schäfer is a German astrophysicist at the University of Tübingen, affiliated with the Institute for Astronomy and Astrophysics and its Computational Physics department. His work focuses on numerical particle methods, particularly Smoothed Particle Hydrodynamics (SPH), to model planetary formation, collisions, and protoplanetary disc dynamics. University of Tübingen, Institute for Astronomy and Astrophysics, Computational Physics Expert in SPH simulations, high-performance computing, and planet formation Developed the miluph and miluphcuda SPH codes Dr. Schäfer's research spans impact physics, binary star systems, and dust dynamics. His work has been applied to missions like DART and includes modeling Mercury's formation, circumbinary disc interactions, and collisional dust production. He teaches computational astrophysics, numerical methods, and advanced astronomy courses, with a strong emphasis on hands-on programming exercises. His lab ( Numerical Particle Methods Group ) develops GPU-optimized simulation tools, and he has contributed to comparative studies of disc-planet interactions and small body dynamics in the solar system. He maintains an ORCID profile and is recognized in the astronomical community via the asteroid (5364) Christophschafer , discovered in 1980. Contact: ch.schaefer@uni-tuebingen.de (professional) or cm.schaefer@gmail.com (private).

• Computational Physics
• High Performance Computing
• Smoothed Particle Hydrodynamics
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Antti Penttilä is a University Researcher and Docent at the Department of Physics, University of Helsinki, specializing in planetary-system research and light scattering phenomena. He serves as the Supervisor for the Doctoral Programme in Particle Physics and Universe Sciences. His work focuses on asteroid spectroscopy, space weathering effects, and radiative transfer modeling. Key roles include Project Manager for the 'BF/CELLIGHT' (2024–2026) and 'COLORADO JOINT COLLABORATION' (2023–2025) projects. He has received prestigious awards, including the JQSRT Peter C. Waterman Award (2012) and the Lancelot M. Berkeley Prize (2023). Research interests span planetary science, asteroid taxonomy, and computational methods for light scattering. He actively collaborates internationally, contributing to missions like Gaia and DART. His lab, the Astrophysics Laboratory, supports advanced optical measurements and particle analysis.

• Planetary Science
• Light Scattering
• Astronomy
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Alexandre Payez is a Remote Sensing Researcher at the Royal Netherlands Meteorological Institute (KNMI) in De Bilt, Netherlands, working within the R&D Satellite Observations department. His career includes significant positions as a Remote Sensing Researcher at the Royal Meteorological Institute of Belgium (2019-2021) and as an ESA Internal Research Fellow at the European Space Agency's Flight Dynamics section in Darmstadt, Germany (2015-2017). Earlier, he served as a volunteer teaching assistant for Lagrangian Mechanics and Special Relativity at the University of Liège's Department of Astrophysics, Geophysics and Oceanography (2009-2012). Payez's research spans two interconnected domains. His early work (2008-2016) focused on theoretical particle physics, particularly using astronomical observations to constrain axion-like particles through quasar polarization studies and supernova data. His later research (2017-2025) shifted toward applied Earth observation, developing methods to analyze extreme wind speeds, hurricane trends, cloud motions, and Earth's radiation budget using satellite data. This evolution demonstrates his unique ability to apply fundamental physics principles to practical climate monitoring problems. His publication record reveals a sophisticated analytical approach across disciplines. The recent work on extreme value methods for hurricane wind trends and phantom motion in ocean observations showcases innovative statistical techniques applied to climate data. Meanwhile, his earlier research on axion-like particles established important constraints using quasar polarization measurements, contributing to the understanding of potential dark matter candidates. Both research streams demonstrate exceptional mathematical rigor and cross-disciplinary thinking. Payez has published 26 scientific papers accumulating 1,973 reads and 939 citations. His most significant collaborations include work with Jean-René Cudell from the University of Liège, Andreas Ringwald from Deutsches Elektronen-Synchrotron, Ad Stoffelen from KNMI, and Dominique Sluse from the University of Liège. His research continues to evolve with current work focused on climate change detection through analysis of extreme weather events using satellite observations.

• Fundamental Physics
• Astronomy & Astrophysics
• Astroparticle Physics
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Diogo Merguizo Sanchez is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Aerospace & Mechanical Engineering at the University of Oklahoma's College of Engineering. His research focuses on orbital mechanics, celestial mechanics, planetary mission design, and spacecraft dynamics. He holds a Ph.D. from the Brazilian National Institute for Space Research (INPE), an M.Sc. and B.Sc. in Physics from São Paulo State University (Unesp), Brazil. Prior to his current role, he served as a Postdoctoral Researcher at INPE (2015-2020) and an Exchange Visitor at Purdue University (2015-2016). His academic journey includes teaching as a Math teacher at Colégio Cói (2021-2022) and collaborating research roles at INPE. He teaches advanced courses such as AME 4493/5493: Space Sciences & Astrodynamics and AME 4593/5593: Space Systems & Mission Design. Research Interests: Orbital mechanics and astrodynamics Celestial mechanics Planetary mission design Spacecraft attitude and control Space vehicle guidance Dynamical systems theory Numerical Methods Recent work explores dynamics around small bodies, asteroid binary systems, and spacecraft trajectories in Earth-Moon and planetary systems. His publications analyze orbital stability, solar radiation pressure effects, and proximity operations for near-Earth asteroids like Apophis. His research contributes to planetary defense strategies and mission design for celestial exploration. Labs/Teams: While no specific labs are listed, his work aligns with OU's Aerospace Engineering research initiatives in space systems and astrodynamics.

• Orbital mechanics and astrodynamics
• Celestial mechanics
• Planetary mission design
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