Uncovering the secrets of the universe
21 September 2023
The scientist leading NASA’s missions to uncover the secrets of the universe is set to appear at a University event later this month.
NASA’s Dr Nicola Fox will speak at the 10th Annual Distinguished Edith Morley Seminar on 28 September.
As Associate Administrator of NASA’s Science Mission Directorate, Dr Fox leads a portfolio of around 100 scientific missions for the Agency. From understanding the impact of space hurricanes to exploring the possibility of benefiting from untapped lunar resources, her work seeks to protect and improve life on Earth, and in space.
Originally from the UK, Dr Fox studied Physics at Imperial College London and the University of Surrey. She joined NASA in 2018 as the Science Mission Directorate’s Director of the Heliophysics Division, before being appointed Associate Administrator at the NASA Directorate in February this year.
Dr Fox will share the inspirational stories behind NASA’s scientific endeavours and give her insights from a fascinating career in research, science communication and public service.
About the Seminar
The Annual Distinguished Edith Morley Seminar is hosted by School of Mathematical, Physical and Computational Science in order to promote gender equity in academia and to celebrate the achievements of women in STEM. Each year, a prominent woman working in a STEM field is invited to speak at the University.
Extreme Science with Dr Nicola Fox takes place at 15:00 on Thursday 28 September 2023, at ICMA Centre 150 Lecture Theatre, ICMA Building, Whiteknights campus. The seminar will be followed by a reception. Please register to attend by filling in the online form.