Hans Uy talks about rocket technology, working at SpaceX, capital allocation in the space industry, and much more. He is a SpaceX financial analyst, former Wall Street investment banker, the University of Texas at Austin class of 2018, born and raised in San Antonio, Texas, and is a lifelong space fan.  

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Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/astronomical_returns/​

Website: https://www.astronomicalreturns.com/​

Sam O'Connell gives us the beginner's guide to getting started in astrophotography. He is a 17-year-old amateur astrophotographer from the humble state of Missouri. He’s been a space enthusiast for most of his life and still am completely awe-struck by the grandeur of the universe to this very day. He is still a junior in high school which comes with its perks and downsides but it's nice to have this hobby at such a young age.  

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Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sam.oconnell_​

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sam.oconnell.14

Ana Paula Castro de Paula Nunes is talking about space engineering, space law & policy, working for an aerospace company, and much more. She is an Aerospace Engineer from Brazil and has a master’s degree in Space Law & Policy. On her journey, Ana has also gained valuable experience in the space sector as an intern at the United Nations Office for Outer Space Affairs (@unoosa).  

Ana was the first South-American to join the EuroMoonMars team during the second campaign of the analog space mission EMMIHS-II in 2019, where she acted as Chief Crew Engineer on the lunar simulation organized by EMM), ILEWG (International Lunar Exploration Working Group) and the International Moonbase Alliance at the renowned HI-SEAS habitat. As an engineer and space law student, Ana’s areas of interest are the sustainability of space activities, space environment protection, and long-term space explorations. Today, she works as a design engineer at Space Forge ltda.  

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Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/anahcastro19

Parshati Patel talks about astronomy, astrophysics, space technology, science communication and much more. She is an astrophysicist, science communicator and STEM education researcher based in London, Ontario, Canada. She is passionate about communicating space science and technology with the students and public to ignite their curiosity about the environment and our place in the universe. Apart from astronomy and communicating science, she enjoys capturing the night sky when time and weather permits!  

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Twitter: https://twitter.com/ParshatiPatel

​Instagram: http://instagram.com/ParshatiPatel

​Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/parshati.patel

Reginald McNeill II talks about space science, mechanical engineering, building NASA cleanrooms, and much more. He is a seasoned Mechanical Engineer with a focus on planning and project management for complex facilities and infrastructure projects. He currently serves as a Directorate Planner at NASA GSFC, where he lends his expertise to directly support Earth Science, Space Science, and Space Flight missions. His previous experiences as a design engineer and materials engineer have provided him with the necessary knowledge to oversee multi-discipline initiatives. Reginald’s first internships were at NASA GSFC; he has come full circle and appreciates the impact that those early professional experiences have had on his career. He now strives to help aspiring engineers along their path to their dream careers.  

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Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/regmcneill/​

Apply for NASA internships: https://intern.nasa.gov

Andy Tzadinakis talks about astrophysics, supernovae research, data science, life in the universe, and much more. He is a post-baccalaureate research scholar at the California Institute of Technology (Caltech) working as an astrophysicist researcher. His current research focuses on the physical process of stars going supernovae using telescopes around the world. Andy is particularly very passionate about using data science, software development, and innovative data visualization techniques to further understand the universe.  

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Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/andytzaastro/​

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/AndyTzan

Helena Cochrane talks about astrophotography, deep space images, and women in space science. She is a 16-year-old astrophotographer from Scotland! She officially started deep space work in April 2020 but always had a huge interest in the moon and space. When she began the hobby, she started to realize how challenging it was! So, in the hope of being a help to others at the same time, she decided to set up a YouTube channel! Through this, she made connections with some leading telescope retailers (OPT and Highpointscientific) who couldn’t have been more supportive of her work (especially with the representation of women in science).  

CONNECT WITH HELENA: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/helenas_astro/

Bowen Cameron talks about astronomy, astrophotography, finding your passion for space, and more. He is 18 years old APOD-winning astrophotographer, astronomy student, and 3D renderer - with a passion for space.  

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Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bojay_stellar/​

Twitter: https://twitter.com/bojay_stellar

Julian Shroff talked about learning astrophotography, understanding the cosmos, the future of humankind, and much more. Julian is a 23-year-old student and astrophotographer living in Freiburg, which is in southern Germany. His main interests are photographing the faint objects inside and outside of our Galaxy. This can be anything from the moon to faint dust.  

CONNECT WITH JULIAN: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/crazed_conceptions/​

Kenneth Harris talks about Lunar Gateway, space technology, and becoming a Nasa engineer. Acknowledged by Forbes Magazine amongst the world’s youngest and most impactful individuals in the field of science, Kenneth Harris is known for delivering thoughtful and dynamic leadership on programs of critical national and international importance. Since the age of 16, Kenneth has been involved in projects at NASA Goddard Space Flight Center, totaling seven satellite missions over his 12-year tenure with the Center.  

Kenneth currently serves as a Senior Project Engineer for the Lunar Gateway HERMES Instrument, which will help us send Astronauts back to the moon in the Artemis generation. Working to safely secure the program against both physical and cyber threats. Outside of his professional responsibilities, Kenneth is also an elected official on the Board of Education in Prince George's County Maryland where he represents over 130,000 students. He is also the host of "Elements" on Seeker, striving to educate curious minds around the globe about science.  

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Instagram: http://instagram.com/Kennyfharris​

Twitter: https://twitter.com/Kennyfharris