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"I have been greatly inspired by the Hayabusa2 mission and its impact on my research.
I am eagerly looking forward to exploring the next frontier in planetary defense."
About
At the University of Liverpool (UK), I'm an Associate Professor in Space Engineering and UKRI Future Leaders Fellow, leading the UKRI-funded REMORA (REndezvous Mission for Orbital Reconstruction of Asteroids) Project and serving as a science team member for three international planetary defense missions . I am the funder of Liverpool's Zero-g AstroLab. I previously worked at JAXA's Institute of Space and Astronautical Sciences (Japan) as PI of the Hayabusa2 mission's solar conjunction operation and earned my Ph.D. in Astrodynamics from the University of Southampton (UK).
Mission
Our mission is to safeguard our planet from potential asteroid threats. We are committed to utilising advanced technology and scientific research to prevent any potential hazards that may arise from asteroids.
Our goal is to ensure the safety and well-being of our planet and its inhabitants.
Vision
To inspire and empower future generations by making space exploration accessible to everyone, fostering innovation, collaboration and a sense of community beyond Earth.