Marlene is a master’s student in the EAGLE program at the University of Würzburg, specializing in applied Earth observation. Her work focuses on UAV-based environmental monitoring, including setting up and implementing drone-based mangrove surveys for an NGO in Seychelles and conducting phenology assessments in Kruger National Park. Beyond UAV applications, she utilizes satellite remote sensing to analyze land surface changes and ecosystem processes. She also gained experience in urban analysis while working as a student research assistant at the German Aerospace Center (DLR), where she used satellite and geospatial data to support research on urban planning. She holds a bachelor’s degree in Geography from the University of Würzburg, specializing in remote sensing and physical geography.
Anna is an Earth observation scientist with a background in environmental sciences, UAV-based environmental monitoring, and geospatial data analysis. Currently pursuing an MSc in Applied Earth Observation and Geoanalysis (EAGLE) at Julius Maximilians-University Würzburg, she has worked on projects ranging from developing a UAV monitoring system with Nature Seychelles to analyzing savanna vegetation phenology in Kruger National Park. She has also contributed to research at the German Aerospace Center (DLR) and Julius-Maximilians-University Würzburg, focusing on geospatial data processing and machine learning applications.
Beyond research, Anna is passionate about science communication and gender equity in STEM. She has led Python workshops, organized environmental initiatives, and actively works to support and encourage women in science and technology through advocacy and outreach
Dr Simon Foster is a Space scientist and Outreach specialist based at Imperial College London. Dr Foster has a PhD in Solar-terrestrial Physics and PGCE in Science education and has over 20 years’ experience in the fields of Space Science and STEM education. His area of specialism is solar variability and climate change, using sunspot records to investigate current and historic variations in the Sun’s energy output called the Total Solar Irradiance.
He is currently the Head of Outreach for the Faculty of Natural Sciences and Engagement lead for the Imperial Space Lab, a multidisciplinary network of excellence at Imperial College London, that brings together scientists working on a broad range of space related topics, from space medicine to astrophysics. He is also the co-creator of the ‘I’m a Space person’ careers resources, which raises awareness of the diverse range of careers in the space industry
Daniela is a space science engineer specializing in planetary research, remote sensing, and space instrumentation. Currently pursuing an MSc in Space Science Engineering at UCL, her research focuses on developing an open-access database of terrestrial analogue sites using remote sensing and machine learning. Daniela holds a BSc in Space Science Engineering from the University of Michigan.
Daniela’s experience includes RF signal and SAR data analysis at the Naval Information Warfare Center (NIWC) and 3D modeling for biomedical applications at Translational Research Institute for Space Health (TRISH). I also led a team on a NASA-affiliated project designing an advanced hotocatalytic oxidation system for the ISS with the Bioastronautics and Life Support Systems (BliSS) team.
Under Ryan’s leadership, millions of satellite images and other Earth observation data have been made available publicly at no charge, allowing scientists, planners, and policy makers to make better-informed decisions on problems that transcend political boundaries. Her career-work has addressed critical issues in agriculture, climate change, sustainable development, and water.
Ryan has served as chair of the international Committee on Earth Observation Satellites (CEOS); awarded an honorary Doctor of Science degree from her alma mater, the State University of New York at Cortland; named an Honorary Fellow of the American Geographical Society, and in 2017 she was one of 10 global Leaders to be named to the Geospatial World Forum’s Hall of Fame. She continues to serve on several international advisory committees for remote sensing, space technologies, and Earth observations.
As Senior Scientist for NESDIS, Mike leads efforts to enhance the use of environmental satellite science across NOAA. He drives product development and applications research, ensuring that innovations deliver actionable and reliable environmental information across the global Earth observing system. Mike’s career bridges the scientific community and NOAA’s efforts to address complex societal challenges. He previously worked in the NESDIS Office of Common Services, where he developed a cohesive approach to satellite product development.
Martin Smye-Rumsby leads space ISR propositions and campaigns at BAE Systems and currently serves as Chairman of the Remote Sensing and Photogrammetry Society (RSPSoc). He is passionate about the power of remote sensing to measure the world, and its power to improve life down here on planet Earth.
John S. Latham is the International Co-Chair for ISRSE-40’s Technical Programme. As President of ICRSE and Visiting Professor at the University of Southampton, he leverages expertise in geospatial data standards, agroecology, and agricultural monitoring. His leadership advances food systems transformations, climate resilience, and remote sensing applications for sustainable development globally.
Louise Butt, Director of Space South Central, leads the delivery of the largest regional space cluster in the UK. Over the last five years, she has championed space and satellite technologies, fostering regional growth, building a thriving space community, unlocking potential, and connecting the region with the wider UK space ecosystem.