jon sopelak - lead instructor
"Greetings, I'm Jon Sopelak, the Lead Instructor at the International Space Academy (KSCIA).
I have a bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering from the Florida Institute of Technology. Florida Tech! I am deeply passionate about space exploration, robotics, and engineering.
My passion lies in advancing our understanding of the new space economy, and I bring my enthusiasm for these fields to the forefront of my role with KSCIA in the United States. Notable among my achievements are my successful coordination of KSCIA's space- related educational projects, working in collaboration with many different nations.
Currently, with the support of KSCIA, I am co-leading discussions on a potential Stem Cell project planned for a possible deployment aboard the International Space Station, further solidifying our commitment to cutting-edge scientific space endeavors. I've also engaged in exciting projects, such as competing in the Team America Rocketry Competition and the NASA Robotic Mining Competition, where I built a robot designed for lunar mining! I will share more about my experience in this and other space projects during Science Days.
What I find most fulfilling as the Lead Space Instructor is sharing my knowledge about space and robotics, inspiring students to pursue their dreams. KSCIA provides a fantastic opportunity to connect and explore the wonders of the universe together."
Contact: [email protected]
I have a bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering from the Florida Institute of Technology. Florida Tech! I am deeply passionate about space exploration, robotics, and engineering.
My passion lies in advancing our understanding of the new space economy, and I bring my enthusiasm for these fields to the forefront of my role with KSCIA in the United States. Notable among my achievements are my successful coordination of KSCIA's space- related educational projects, working in collaboration with many different nations.
Currently, with the support of KSCIA, I am co-leading discussions on a potential Stem Cell project planned for a possible deployment aboard the International Space Station, further solidifying our commitment to cutting-edge scientific space endeavors. I've also engaged in exciting projects, such as competing in the Team America Rocketry Competition and the NASA Robotic Mining Competition, where I built a robot designed for lunar mining! I will share more about my experience in this and other space projects during Science Days.
What I find most fulfilling as the Lead Space Instructor is sharing my knowledge about space and robotics, inspiring students to pursue their dreams. KSCIA provides a fantastic opportunity to connect and explore the wonders of the universe together."
Contact: [email protected]
