In this inspiring conversation with Prof. Raja GuhaThakurta, Distinguished Professor of Astronomy and Astrophysics at the University of California, Santa Cruz, and a faculty member of UC Observatories.
A pioneer in exploring dark matter, star formation, and the “cannibalism history of galaxies,” Prof. GuhaThakurta has been recognized with top honors including the Sloan Fellowship, Herzberg Prize, Hubble Fellowship, and the 2025 AAS Education Prize.
Beyond research, he is a transformative educator, founding UCSC’s Science Internship Program and the CrEST initiative, creating pathways for students and teachers to engage in real-world scientific discovery.
Join us as we uncover his journey as a scientist, innovator, artist and a leader in science education.