2025 International forum on multidisciplinary space technology

Prof. Pao-Tai Lin is an Associate Professor at Texas A&M University, with appointments in the Departments of Electrical & Computer Engineering and Materials Science & Engineering. He directs the Mid-Infrared Integrated Photonics and Remote Sensing (MiPRoS) Laboratory. Dr. Lin’s research focuses on developing chip-scale sensors for biomolecular detection, environmental monitoring, and biomedical applications. He has expertise in mid-infrared photonics, optoelectronics, and nanophotonics, and has contributed to the development of wearable sensors for health monitoring. He has received multiple awards for his research, including recognition from the IEEE Nano Conference.

Dr. Hsuan-Hsuan Lu is a researcher at the University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center, working in the Yee Laboratory. Her research focuses on enhancing the persistence of endogenous T cells (ETCs) in adoptive cellular therapy (ACT). By investigating mechanisms such as T cell memory optimization and immunomodulation of the tumor microenvironment, she aims to improve durable anti-tumor immunity and translate these findings into clinical applications for personalized cancer treatment.

Dr. Tapan Misra is the Director of the Space Applications Centre (SAC) at the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO). With extensive expertise in radar remote sensing, he is recognized for his contributions to the development of radar imaging systems. Dr. Misra played a key role in the creation of India’s RISAT series of satellites, which are crucial for tactical, strategic, and civilian applications. His work also includes leading the development of satellite communication systems and scientific payloads for various ISRO missions, contributing significantly to India’s space exploration efforts.

Dr. DanKai Liu is the Flight System Manager at NASA’s Jet Propulsion Laboratory (JPL). He oversees the development and operation of flight systems for various space missions, contributing to the planning and execution of spacecraft systems. With extensive experience in space technology and systems engineering, Dr. Liu has been involved in several high-profile missions, ensuring the successful integration and performance of flight systems. His expertise in managing complex space projects has been critical in advancing NASA’s exploration efforts.

Dr. Saibun Tiuatja is a professor at the University of Texas at Arlington (UTA) and serves as the President of IEEE’s Geoscience and Remote Sensing Society (GRSS). His research focuses on radar remote sensing, particularly the use of synthetic aperture radar (SAR) for Earth observation. Dr. Tiuatja has contributed significantly to the development of radar technologies for environmental monitoring, disaster management, and resource management. He is a recognized leader in the field, working on advancing remote sensing applications through innovative methods and interdisciplinary collaborations.

Prof. Ya-Yu Chiang is an Associate Professor in the Department of Mechanical Engineering at National Taiwan University (NTU). She earned her Ph.D. in Biochemical and Chemical Engineering from “Technische Universität Dortmund” in Germany. Her research focuses on fluid dynamics, flow chemistry, multiphase flow and mass transfer. Prof. Chiang has received numerous honors, including the Ta-You Wu Memorial Award and Outstanding Young Scholar Award from the National Science and Technology Council and the Taiwan Future Technology Award. Her work contributes significantly to advancing research in fluid operations and related fields.

Jason Wang is the Chief Operating Officer and co-founder of ingeniSPACE, a company specializing in geospatial intelligence services. With extensive experience in satellite technology, mobile communications, and information security across multiple continents, he co-founded ingeniSPACE to simplify the acquisition and analysis of remote sensing data. The company aims to provide analyst-centric platforms that make geospatial intelligence accessible across various industries.