About Miho
I am a…
Activist, Agnostic, Educator/Teacher, Environmentalist, Explorer, Musician, Scientist, Technologist, World traveler
Bio
Dr. Miho Janvier is a solar and space physicist at the European Space Agency (ESA/ESTEC, NL), specializing in solar flares, solar storms, and their impact on planetary environments. She is actively involved in the Solar Orbiter mission, collaborating with international space agencies to analyze data and develop 3D models of solar eruptions. Dr. Janvier's expertise extends to coordinating observation campaigns, enhancing space weather prediction, and understanding the Sun's influence on human societies. Beyond her research, she is dedicated to science communication, leading projects that merge astrophysics with virtual reality to engage a wider audience. Dr. Janvier's innovative work has earned her recognition as a WIREDUK Innovation Fellow and a TED Fellow, inspiring others, especially women of color, to pursue careers in STEM fields.
I'm passionate about
Space, activism, education, yoga, surfing, snowboarding and recently playing the ukulele
An idea worth spreading
Science should be made accessible to everyone, and not kept in an ivory tower.
Areas of expertise
Astrophysics, Data collection, Extreme weather, Research, Science communication, Solar science, Space exploration, Space physics, Virtual reality
Things you might not know
Dancing!