MadScientist Talks ! - Astha Chaturvedi ( Founder of Yugen theory & PhD Astronomy Student )

​MadScientist Talks!, the exciting online discussions on emerging technologies by random MadScientists on the Internet who will change the technology for good by sharing their insights and experiences.

​​​Join us for our next episode featuring Astha Chaturvedi!

​Topic of the discussion: Curiosity to Career: unlocking opportunities in Astronomy!

​About the speaker:
Astha Chaturvedi is a passionate astronomer and cosmic explorer. She is pursuing her PhD in Astrophysics at the University of Surrey, building on a Master’s in Astronomy and Astrophysics from KU Leuven, Belgium.

​Her experience includes contributing as a citizen scientist to prestigious organizations like NASA-IASC, NAOJ, ICRAR, and Zooniverse. Currently a Course Assistant at the University of Surrey, she also created Yugen Theory, a globally ranked top 10 astrophysics blog, where she shares her fascination for the universe.

​Astha has successfully organized and managed over 10 space-related events, showcasing her skills as both an organizer and treasurer. Her research focuses on ultra faint dwarf galaxies, the Milky Way, gravitational lensing, and gravitational waves—some of the most fascinating topics in astrophysics.

Whether you're an aspiring scientist, a space enthusiast, or simply curious about the cosmos, MadScientist Talks! with Astha promises to inspire, educate, and spark your imagination. Don’t miss the chance to engage with Astha's incredible story and her expertise!