planet on a black background orbiting a star.

Ravi Kopparapu

SEEC Co-lead
NASA/GSFC Code 699

Ravi Kopparapu

Dr. Ravi Kopparapu is a planetary scientist at NASA Goddard Space Flight Center. His research interests are in studying the atmospheres of extrasolar planets, their habitability and finding both biological and technological life on other worlds. He is a recipient of NASA's Exceptional Scientific Achievement Medal in 2020.

ravikumar.kopparapu@nasa.gov


Elisa Quintana

SEEC Co-lead
NASA/GSFC Code 667

Elisa Quintana

Dr. Elisa Quintana is a scientist working in the field of astronomy and planetary science at NASA Goddard Space Flight Center. Her research focuses on the detection and characterization of exoplanets in addition to studying how they form. She is best known for the detection of Kepler 186f, the first Earth-sized planet found in the habitable zone of a star other than the Sun. Dr. Quintana has co-led SEEC since 2021.

elisa.quintana@nasa.gov

Leadership Team

Avi Mandell - Science Advisor

Evan McGarry - Web Developer

Joe Renaud - Science Content Lead

Claire Saravia – Media & Outreach

Lonnie Shekhtman - Writer

Lori Tyahla - Web Developer