Lisa Kaltenegger
Keynote Speaker: Astrophysicist & Astrobiologist; Founding Director of the Carl Sagan Institute at Cornell; Author of "Alien Earths"
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Lisa Kaltenegger Biography
Dr. Lisa Kaltenegger is an astrophysicist and astrobiologist recognized for her work in the search for life beyond Earth. She is the founding director of the Carl Sagan Institute to Search for Life in the Cosmos at Cornell University and serves as a professor in Astronomy. Kaltenegger specializes in modeling habitable worlds and analyzing their spectral signatures, focusing on methods to detect life in the cosmos. Her research includes collaborations with NASA and the European Space Agency, with experience spanning Austria, the Netherlands, Germany, Harvard, and Cornell. She investigates how exoplanets interact with their host stars, characterizes exoplanet atmospheres, and identifies potential biosignatures, contributing to the fields of astrobiology and exoplanet research.
Kaltenegger's work examines biosignatures beyond those found on modern Earth, emphasizing the importance of considering Earth's atmosphere across different geologic eras, including pre-life, anoxic, and oxygen-rich stages. She is a science team member for NASA's TESS Mission and the NIRISS instrument on the James Webb Space Telescope. Kaltenegger has authored more than 100 peer-reviewed publications and has held positions at institutions such as the Harvard-Smithsonian Center for Astrophysics and the Max Planck Institute for Astronomy, where she integrates observational data with theoretical models to explore habitable environments in the universe.
Her scientific contributions have been recognized with honors including the Heinz Meier Leibnitz Prize for Physics of Germany, the Doppler Prize for Innovation in Science of Austria, the Barry-Jones Inauguration Award of the Royal Astrobiology Society and Open University in Britain, and the Beatrice Tinsley Lecturer of the Royal Astronomical Society of New Zealand. She received the Carl Sagan Medal from the Division for Planetary Sciences of the American Astronomical Society. Kaltenegger has been named one of America's Young Innovators by Smithsonian Magazine, an Innovator to Watch by TIME Magazine, and was selected as a European Commission Role Model for Women in Science and Research. Asteroid 7734 Kaltenegger is named in her honor.
Kaltenegger is active in science communication and public outreach. She authored the popular science book "Alien Earths," which has been translated into 10 languages. As director of the Carl Sagan Institute, she leads public engagement initiatives, including a YouTube channel featuring technical and popular science talks. Kaltenegger appears in the IMAX 3D movie "The Search for Life in Space" and has spoken at events such as the Aspen Ideas Festival, TED Youth, the World Science Festival, and the Kavli Foundation lecture at Adler Planetarium. The Carl Sagan Medal committee noted her significant contributions to public understanding of planetary science and her efforts to make planetary and exoplanetary science accessible to both general audiences and scientists.
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What topics does Lisa Kaltenegger speak about?
Lisa Kaltenegger is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as TED, Professors, Space, Research & Exploration, Author, Earth Science, STEM, Influential Women, Women, Science and Women in Tech. -
Where does Lisa Kaltenegger travel from?
Lisa Kaltenegger generally travels from Ithaca, NY, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. -
Who is the agent for Lisa Kaltenegger?
AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Lisa Kaltenegger 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 1.855.383.8805, and one of our agents will assist you to book Lisa Kaltenegger for your next private or corporate function. -
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