ACTINSPACE IN adelaide

Ady teaches systems engineering, space studies and space science and Director of Education & Training at SmartSat CRC. He earned a PhD at UCL and has worked on multiple space programs, including as advisor to the Kanyini spacecraft.

Michael is in systems engineering with experience in medical device, security and defence sectors. He has led hardware/software development from prototypes to complex systems and won the Global ActInSpace competition in 2018.

Alex is a dual Canadian-Australian, bridges North American aerospace expertise with Asia-Pacific markets. He has cross-functional skills in turbomachinery, systems and launch, and a PhD in advanced propulsion.

As CEO of the Andy Thomas Space Foundation, Darcey drives scientific discovery, education and outreach. Based in Adelaide, with a science background, she bridges science, business and collaboration to grow Australia’s space sector.

Kelly Yeoh is Founder, Director and CEO of Blue Dwarf Space, delivering regulatory compliance automation for the space sector. She works at the intersection of space, law and technology.

Tony is co-founder and CEO of AICRAFT, a company designing low-power onboard AI computers for space and aerospace. He has published 30+ academic papers, 60 scientific reports, and received awards for innovation and research excellence.

Harrison Box is the founder of Paladin Space, leading a team dedicated to making space safer and more accessible by developing reusable space debris removal technologies. He participated in ActInSpace 2022, securing second place.

Professor Siobhan Banks directs the Behaviour-Brain-Body Research Centre at Adelaide Uni. Her research focuses on sleep loss, shiftwork and fatigue, measuring stress and performance, and developing countermeasures for 24/7 operational settings.

Sam is an experienced science communicator with a strong research background and a proven record in interdisciplinary, collaborative environments. She is currently the Commercialisation Manager at Adelaide University.

Colin leads industry engagement at the Future Industries Institute, and is Research Director (Defence) for the Additive Manufacturing CRC. His research focuses on additive manufacturing to improve performance.

Helen Loudis is a senior leader at the Australian Space Agency, supporting national space policy, international engagement and industry growth to strengthen Australia’s role in the global space sector.

Thomas Wolinski is mechatronics engineer at Paladin Space. He is curious about physics and the mind, spanning robotics, applied mathematics, machine learning, neurology, psychology and philosophy.

Results-driven project manager/engineer with strong interpersonal and leadership skills. Experienced in project delivery, innovation and continuous improvement. Proactive, solutions-focused in complex technical environments.