Dr. Bhairavi Shankar

CEO, Indus Space Inc.

space, space science, space exploration, space education and curriculum, solar system, astronomy, geographic information system technology (GIS), BIPOC, public engagement, STEM engagement, STEM, STEAM

Media

Virtual Star Party with the RASC-Toronto Centre and Ontario Science Centre

Take a tour of the wonderful winter sky during this Virtual Star Party! Admire the Moon, stars and more through a remote telescope view provided by our partners at the Toronto Centre of the Royal Astronomical Society of Canada. Learn about the next steps for human exploration of Mars, challenge your family to a round of space trivia and pick up some excellent stargazing tips and tricks along the way.

Deciphering Mars - Dr. Bhairavi Shankar

Biography

Dr. Bhairavi Shankar is a Planetary Scientist and founder/CEO of Indus Space, a social enterprise organization. She has research experience in remote sensing applications and data visualization techniques. Through her company, she actively focuses on raising public awareness around Space Science and Exploration. Through programs and workshops (virtual or in person) she works with all age groups. She helps connect educators with space themed resources, assisting with curriculum development. She promotes space science and the role of women in STEM as often as possible. She serves on boards and councils at Lotus STEMM and the Royal Astronomical Society of Canada - Toronto Centre.

Expertise

  • entrepreneur
  • female founder
  • startup
  • space
  • space science
  • space exploration
  • space education and curriculum
  • solar system
  • astronomy
  • geographic information system technology (GIS)
  • BIPOC
  • public engagement
  • STEM engagement
  • STEM
  • STEAM