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Atma Prakash

    • About Me:

      Hi! I’m Atma, an aerospace engineer and scientist who loves planes, rockets, and anything that flies.
      I’m especially interested in how we can make flying and space travel cleaner and more sustainable for the future.

      I didn’t always know I’d become an engineer, I was just curious about how things work and liked maths, science, and asking lots of questions!

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      When I’m not teaching or researching, I enjoy talking to young people about science careers, running hands-on activities (like rockets and gliders), and sharing cool science facts.

      I really enjoy chatting with students because your questions are often the most interesting ones!

    • My pronouns are:

      He/Him

    • My Work:

      I work as an aerospace engineering lecturer and researcher at a Teesside University. That means I:

      Teach students about aircraft engines, rockets, and space missions

      Research ways to reduce emissions from aircraft engines

      Help design future space and aerospace systems

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      A big part of my job is inspiring the next generation of engineers and scientists.
      I regularly visit schools, take part in STEM events, and speak on radio and at public science shows about space, aviation, and engineering careers.

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    • Education:

      I went to school in India before becoming an aerospace engineer in the UK.

    • Qualifications:

      I studied Physics as an undergraduate in Delhi, then completed an MSc in Space Systems Engineering and a PhD in Aerospace Engineering in the UK.

    • Work History:

      Worked in research, teaching, and outreach in aerospace and space systems.

    • Current Job:

      Senior Lecturer in Aerospace Engineering

    • Employer:

      Teesside University

    • My Interview

      • How would you describe yourself in 3 words?

        Curious, enthusiastic, determined

        What did you want to be after you left school?

        I wanted to be an astronaut

        If you weren't doing this job, what would you choose instead?

        Probably a pilot, science communicator, or someone who designs futuristic vehicles.

        Who is your favourite singer or band?

        Kishore Kumar – a legendary Indian singer

        What's your favourite food?

        Pani Puri

        Tell us a joke.

        Why don’t scientists trust atoms? Because they make up everything

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