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Professor Lucy Berthoud researches technology for travelling to and living on the planet Mars, as well as sample return missions to planets, comets and asteroids. She teaches spacecraft design at the University of Bristol.

Lucy is advancing the excellence of space education in the UK. She has set up and co-chaired a UK-wide Teaching and Learning network for Space Engineering and Science HE staff: the Space Universities Network (SUN). SUN brings together university teachers and researchers from across the country to share ideas and enhance student space education. This organisation has a national profile and allows universities to share ideas, case studies, guest speakers and other resources. Together, members have prepared a response to government questions on Brexit, consulted with industry to see what skills are sought from graduates and lobbied satellite licensing authorities for better terms for universities. Lucy believes that by pooling resources and working together, UK universities can help their students to reach for the stars.

Lucy works part-time for the UK spacecraft manufacturer Thales Alenia Space, where she works on future space mission concepts. She has presented a TEDx talk on Life on Mars and been chosen by students as one of the 鈥楤est of Bristol鈥� lecturers.

Lucy holds a Master's in Mechanical Engineering with Distinction from the University of Bristol and a PhD in Space Physics from Sup'Aero/ONERA (French National Research Organisation) in Toulouse, France.

She is a Senior Fellow of the Higher Education Academy and was awarded a University of Bristol Teaching Fellowship in 2016.

Her previous research projects have included:

- MBSE for early design of spacecraft missions.
- Radiation modelling of Martian Habitats.
- Volcano plume detection via CubeSat.
- Designing a deployment device for 50+ CubeSats.
- Selecting an asteroid for mining.
- Thermal and power design for a Ganymede Penetrator Probe.
- Thermal design for a Europa Penetrator Probe.
- Ultra low altitude SAR microsat.
- Ultra low altitude hyperspectral imager and SAR microsatellites.

Accomplishments:

2015 - Voted by students 鈥楤est of Bristol鈥� lecturer
2018 - Nominated by students for an Outstanding Teaching Award in Engineering
2019 - National Teaching Fellowship

You can find out more about Lucy on her University profile at: https://www.bristol.ac.uk/people/person/Lucy-Berthoud-d29400ff-6007-4674-a40c-9d63e790604a/

Lucy has a profile on Research Gate at: https://www.researchgate.net/profile/Lucy-Berthoud

Lucy can be found on Twitter at @lucy_berthoud.

Dana (Keoki) Jackson is senior vice president and general manager, MITRE National Security Sector. In this role, he is responsible for the strategic growth and execution of MITRE鈥檚 national security programs, including support to the U.S. Department of Defense, the U.S. Department of Justice, and the Intelligence Community. He also leads the National Security Engineering Center.

After more than two decades at Lockheed Martin, Jackson brings robust technical leadership and business experience, including directly contributing to the design, development, deployment, and flight operation of major national security spacecraft and programs. He also held management roles on the GPS III position, navigation, and timing program, and the Space-based Infrared System missile warning program. Jackson held several executive and senior management roles at Lockheed Martin, including chief technology officer and chief engineer, and vice president of engineering and program operations. He most recently served as vice president of supply chain and program performance and was responsible for program and supply chain management strategy, execution, and success across the enterprise.

Before joining Lockheed Martin, Jackson was a NASA research fellow at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) in the field of human adaptation to the space environment. Jackson is a fellow of the United Kingdom Royal Aeronautical Society and the American Institute for Aeronautics and Astronautics (AIAA). He is a member of the National Academy of Engineering, Sigma Xi, the International Academy of Astronautics, and the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers.

He previously served on the Sandia Corporation Board of Directors, the AIAA Foundation Board of Trustees, the Georgia Institute of Technology President鈥檚 Advisory Board, the University of Maryland Clark School of Engineering Board of Visitors, and the MIT Department of Aeronautics and Astronautics Visiting Committee.

Kerry Buckley is vice president, Center for Advanced Aviation System Development (CAASD), the federally funded research and development center that MITRE operates for the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA). In this role, she leads MITRE鈥檚 domestic and international civil aviation, aviation/aerospace, and transportation strategic and business operations, with a focus on advancing the safety, security, effectiveness, and efficiency of aerospace and transportation systems in the United States and around the globe. The work builds upon MITRE鈥檚 decades-long legacy and partnership with the FAA and other partner federal agencies in the National Airspace System, including the Department of Defense (DoD), Department of Homeland Security, and National Transportation Safety Board.

Previously Buckley was vice president, Air and Space Forces, in MITRE National Security (MNS). MNS develops solutions for Department of Defense agencies, the Intelligence Community, and the Department of Justice. Buckley set strategy and priorities to ensure MITRE delivers technical capabilities and Air Force mission objectives. These included the Air Force鈥檚 critical needs in space warfighting, air operations, nuclear enterprise modernization, cyber operations, and joint lethality in contested environments. Under her leadership, MITRE supported critical organizations from headquarters and secretariat Air Force offices through the acquisition centers, major commands, and operational units. 

While at MITRE, she also has served as MITRE鈥檚 vice president for Intelligence Programs, helping set MITRE鈥檚 strategy and priorities in support of the Intelligence Community. She also directed MITRE鈥檚 Information Technology Technical Center. An expert in organizational sciences, Buckley focused heavily on a systems science approach to social, behavioral, and linguistic issues of national importance. She applied her organizational planning and performance measurement knowledge to information sharing, enterprise IT, and collaboration initiatives for agencies across the U.S. government.

Buckley was the director of business process research at Veridian Corporation, a unit of General Dynamics. Buckley previously was an industrial/organizational psychologist for the Human Resources Research Organization. While there, she supported projects for the U.S. Army. She also served as a personnel psychologist at the U.S. Office of Personnel Management. Buckley is a 2022 Federal 100 award winner for her leadership in building a foundation for public and private cooperation in the space domain. The Federal 100 awards recognize leaders from private industry, academia, and government who show how government can better leverage technology to serve its citizens.

Buckley earned a bachelor鈥檚 degree in psychology and statistics from Boston University. She also holds a master鈥檚 degree in philosophy and a doctorate in industrial/organizational psychology from The George Washington University.

Astrophysics researcher Dr Gourab Giri holds a Master of Science which he obtained from Presidency University in Kolkata in India as well as a doctorate from the Indian Institute of Technology in Indore.
Through his research, he seeks to deepen our understanding of the fundamental processes that shape the universe, from galaxy evolution to cosmic origins. His research focuses on exploring various aspects of galaxy evolution in the cosmos, ranging from the role of supermassive black holes within galaxies to the evolution of galaxies within larger cosmic structures, such as galaxy clusters, where hundreds of galaxies come together. 
Dr Giri’s current research goal is to develop a comprehensive model for extragalactic jet physics. This novel approach has the potential to unify and address multifaceted phenomena within a single framework, paving the way for deeper insights and broader applications in the field.
“I am deeply engaged in leading research on various astrophysical topics,” he says. “Addressing the extensive datasets involved often necessitates the use of modern techniques, such as machine-learning. UP has access to one of South Africa’s premier supercomputing resources, which is essential for conducting high-resolution simulations and complex data analyses that are critical to my research. Additionally, the presence of a well-established radio astronomy group with expertise in observational techniques and the use of cutting-edge telescopes like MeerKAT makes UP an exceptional choice that aligns perfectly with my research objectives.”
For Dr Giri, astrophysics inspires curiosity and critical thinking across generations, encouraging future scientists and innovators to address some of the most pressing global challenges.
“Beyond its intrinsic scientific value, this field drives technological innovation, with advancements in high-performance computing and data analytics finding applications in rocket science, climate modelling and space weather prediction, which help protect vital satellite infrastructure,” he adds.
His research matters, he says, because it satisfies our curiosity about how the universe functions, offering answers to fundamental questions about galaxy evolution.
“This pursuit provides me with immense personal joy, which is essential to my well-being. The techniques and models I develop, such as advancements in big data handling and machine-learning, will not only enhance our understanding of the cosmos but also be transferable to other fields, such as space weather prediction, thus benefitting a broad range of scientific domains.”
His message to undergraduate students is simple: “Stay curious, persevere and be patient; get involved in learning; and remember, hard work never fails.”
When he is not trying to unravel the mysteries of the cosmos, Dr Giri enjoys writing sci-fi and adventure stories, and using his writing skills to convey his research to others.