Pamela L. Gay | |
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 Pamela Gay at Skepticon Australia in 2018 | |
| Born | December 12, 1973 California, United States |
| Education | Michigan State University (BS) University of Texas at Austin (PhD) |
| Occupation | Astronomy |
| Employer(s) | Planetary Science Institute, Edwardsville, Illinois |
| Known for | Astronomy, education, podcasting |
Pamela L. Gay (born December 12, 1973) is an American astronomer, educator, podcaster, and writer, best known for her work in astronomical podcasting and citizen science astronomy projects. She is a senior education and communication specialist and senior scientist for the Planetary Science Institute.[1] Her research interests include analysis of astronomy data, as well as examination of the impact of citizen science initiatives. Gay has also appeared as herself in various television documentary series.
Gay takes part in science popularization efforts and educational outreach as director of CosmoQuest, a citizen science project aimed at engaging the public in astronomy research, speaking on science and scientific skepticism topics internationally, and through educational podcasting.
- ^ "Dr. Pamela Gay". Planetary Science Institute. Retrieved October 6, 2019.