Clara Sousa-Silva

Clara Sousa-Silva

Keynote Speaker: Quantum Astrochemist & Science Communicator

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Clara Sousa-Silva Biography

Dr. Clara Sousa-Silva is a quantum astrochemist, currently at the Center for Astrophysics | Harvard &Smithsonian. She investigates how molecules interact with light so that they can be detected on faraway worlds. Sousa-Silva spends most of her time studying molecules that life can produce so that, one day, she can detect an alien biosphere. Her favorite molecular biosignature is phosphine: a terrifying gas associated with mostly unpleasant life. When she is not deciphering exoplanet atmospheres, Sousa-Silva works hard to persuade the next generation of scientists to become an active part of the astronomical community.

Sousa-Silva holds a doctoral degree in Quantum Chemistry from the University College London, and a Masters degree in Physics and Astronomy from the University of Edinburgh in Scotland. Prior to joining Harvard, Sousa-Silva served as a research scientist at MIT from 2016 to 2019. Among her many achievements, Sousa-Silva is the recipient of the prestigious 51 b Pegasi Fellowship from the Heising-Simons Foundation, a fellowship which supports the growing field of planetary astronomy and exceptional postdoctoral scientists who make unique contributions to the field of astronomy. Sousa-Silva's work and commentary has been featured in the BBC, WIRED, New Scientist, National Geographic, and the New York Times, among many others, and is the focus of her TED talk.

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Clara Sousa-Silva Videos

Clara Sousa-Silva: The fingerprints of life beyond Earth | TED ...
Clara Sousa-Silva: Searching for Signs of Life on Venus and Other ...
Are aliens already watching us? | BBC Ideas

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Clara Sousa-Silva is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Science, Earth Science, Education, College, Research & Exploration, TED, Space, Technology, Computer Science, Physics and Chemistry.

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Clara Sousa-Silva generally travels from Boston, MA, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.

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Clara Sousa-Silva is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics including Science, Earth Science and Education. The estimated speaking fee range to book Clara Sousa-Silva for live events is Below $10,000, and for virtual events Below $10,000. Clara Sousa-Silva generally travels from Boston, MA, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are Alex Salkever, Shohini Ghose and Nadya Mason. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Clara Sousa-Silva for an upcoming event.

Speaker profile last updated by AAE Talent Team on 25/04/2025.

Clara Sousa-Silva Videos

Clara Sousa-Silva: The fingerprints of life beyond Earth | TED ...
Clara Sousa-Silva: Searching for Signs of Life on Venus and Other ...
Are aliens already watching us? | BBC Ideas
Clara Sousa-Silva: How Different Could Life Be?
  • How do I book Clara Sousa-Silva to speak at my event?

    Our experienced booking agents have successfully helped clients around the world secure speakers like Clara Sousa-Silva for speaking engagements, personal appearances, product endorsements, or corporate entertainment since 2002. Click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page to check availability for Clara Sousa-Silva, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536 to discuss your upcoming event. One of our experienced agents will be happy to help you get speaking fee information and check availability for Clara Sousa-Silva or any other speaker of your choice.
  • How much does it cost to book Clara Sousa-Silva for a speaking engagement?

    Speaking fees for Clara Sousa-Silva, or any other speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. The estimated fees to book Clara Sousa-Silva are Below $10,000 for live events and Below $10,000 for virtual events. For the most current speaking fee to hire Clara Sousa-Silva, click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536 to speak directly with an experienced booking agent.
  • What topics does Clara Sousa-Silva speak about?

    Clara Sousa-Silva is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Science, Earth Science, Education, College, Research & Exploration, TED, Space, Technology, Computer Science, Physics and Chemistry.
  • Where does Clara Sousa-Silva travel from?

    Clara Sousa-Silva generally travels from Boston, MA, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.
  • Who is the agent for Clara Sousa-Silva?

    AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Clara Sousa-Silva for clients worldwide since 2002. As a full-service speaker booking agency, we have access to virtually any speaker or celebrity in the world. Our agents are happy and able to submit an offer to the speaker or celebrity of your choice, letting you benefit from our reputation and long-standing relationships in the industry. Please click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page including the details of your event, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536, and one of our agents will assist you to book Clara Sousa-Silva for your next private or corporate function.
  • What is a full-service speaker booking agency?

    AAE Speakers Bureau is a full-service speaker booking agency, meaning we can completely manage the speaker’s or celebrity’s engagement with your organization from the time of booking your speaker through the event’s completion. We provide all of the services you need to host Clara Sousa-Silva or any other speaker of your choice, including offer negotiation, contractual assistance, accounting and billing, and event speaker travel and logistics services. When you book a speaker with us, we manage the process of hosting a speaker for you as an extension of your team. Our goal is to give our clients peace of mind and a best-in-class service experience when booking a speaker with us.
  • Why is AAE Speakers Bureau different from other booking agencies?

    If you’re looking for the best speaker recommendations, paired with a top-notch customer service experience, you’re in the right place. At AAE Speakers Bureau, we exclusively represent the interests of our clients - professional organizations, companies, universities, and associations. We intentionally do not represent the speakers we feature or book. That is so we can present our clients with the broadest and best performing set of speaker options in the market today, and we can make these recommendations without any obligation to promote a specific speaker over another. This is why when our agents suggest a speaker for your event, you can be assured that they are of the highest quality with a history of proven success with our other clients.
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