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Planetary Science and Astrobiology
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Description

We are an interdisciplinary group of scientists, engineers, tinkerers, and explorers. We work in laboratories, contribute to spacecraft missions, and perform telescopic observations. We develop theoretical models, perform computer simulations, and analyze large datasets. We go out to the field to collect samples, or test rovers and drones. Sometimes we succumb and entertain science fiction ideas or ponder about the really big questions. Our goal is to understand the formation and transformation of the Earth and other planetary bodies, as well as the origin, evolution, and distribution of life in the Universe.

Aspirations

The main aspiration of this community is to build and strengthen planetary science and astrobiology research collaborations between members of the UTEP community. In time, these will lead to the creation of a research center and multidisciplinary academic programs. UTEP is located within 500 miles of 8 major astronomical observatories and the main launch sites of 2 aerospace companies. Many of our students are interested in Earth and space research and exploration. We have strong science and engineering groups with connections to NASA and the aerospace industry doing work in relevant fields. UTEP has all the ingredients to become a powerhouse in planetary science and astrobiology, and we want to catalyze that growth.

KEYWORDS

  1. asteroids
  2. astronomy
  3. atmospheric science
  4. biology
  5. comets
  6. cosmochemistry
  7. earth science
  8. exoplanets
  9. geology
  10. hydrology
  11. moons
  12. oceanography
  13. physics
  14. planets
  15. remote sensing
  16. simulations
  17. solar system
  18. space exploration
  19. space physics
  20. spacecraft

COMMUNITY MEMBERS

Hurtado, Jose
Advocate
Professor
Science - Earth, Environmental and Resource Sciences
Tectonics and Geomorphology, Field Geology, Remote Sensing and Digital Image Processing, Uncrewed Aerial Systems (UAS), Lunar and Planetary Science and Exploration, Human Spaceflight
Featured: Awards

Munoz, Jorge
Advocate
Assistant Professor
Science - Physics
Computational physics, Phase stability and thermodynamics, Machine learning, Data science, Atomistic simulations of materials, Density Functional Theory
Featured: Awards

Bañuelos, Jose
Member
Associate Professor
Science - Physics
Science: x-ray and neutron Scattering, separation science, carbon capture, energy storage. Phenomena: ion adsorption/intercalation, ion solvation, mineral nucleation, growth and dissolution, soft matter nanostructure (polymers, proteins, complex fluids),Materials: ionic liquids, polarity switching solvents, deep eutectic solvents, porous materials, planar interfaces
Featured: Awards

Kim, Eunja
Member
Assistant Professor
Science - Physics
Materials research for energy and device applications; Molten salts for energy; Smart lubricant materials; Materials degradation (i.e., fuel, waste form, etc), Materials under extreme conditions, energetic materials, energy storage/conversion materials
Featured: Awards

Leung, Ming-Ying
Member
Professor
Science - Mathematical Sciences
Bioinformatics, Computational Bioscience, Probability, Statistics
Featured: Awards

MEMBERS FROM PARTNER INSTITUTIONS
Oliver, Destynne  (View)
The University of Texas at El Paso
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