About:
With a dedicated education and research journey spanning over 11 years in planetary science, astrobiology and astronomy, Philippe specializes in orchestrating and spearheading captivating science outreach events on behalf of Harvard’s distinguished Center for Astrophysics. His commitment revolves around forging connections with diverse audiences while championing diversity within the realm of STEM fields.
His ultimate passion lies in the art of translating intricate scientific concepts into accessible and enthralling narratives. Through a diverse array of media platforms and formats, he ardently strives to bridge the chasm between intricate ideas and the public, making science a universal conversation.
His impact transcends academia, underscored by a trail of multiple publications in peer-reviewed journals, accolades earned from impactful conference presentations, and invitations to share his insights at prestigious universities. His contributions to science have also garnered recognition from esteemed platforms such as The Guardian newspaper and the influential science news hub, SciFeed.
Beyond his prowess in communication, he has achieved tangible feats in fundraising and marketing. A prime testament to this is the triumphant execution of a crowdfunding campaign he managed, amassing $700K in support for an educational board game.
He is fueled by a fervent desire to further hone his skills and magnify his influence as a science communicator, outreach specialist, and advocate for fostering public engagement.
Education:
M.Phil, Astrobiology, The University of Edinburgh, Research Title: Perchlorate glass entombment preserves microbial morphology: Implications for life on Mars
M.Sc by Research, Paleontology and Geobiology (Astrobiology), The University of Edinburgh, Research Title: Testing the potential for cell entombment within laboratory-grown Mars salt analogs
B.Sc, Planetary Science with Astronomy, Birkbeck, University of London, Dissertation Title: Using Structure-from-Motion in volcanic caves: A proposal for exploring and colonising extraterrestrial subsurface environments
Interests/Hobbies:
Racket sports, volleyball, spikeball, board games, debating, Sphynx cats, adventurous eating, playing the piano, and juggling a weird number of balls