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My Mission
Hi Everyone, my name is Dr. Michaela Musilova and I’m an astrobiologist. That means that I’m searching for life in space. I’m also looking at what the limits of life are on Earth, in order to better understand what other lifeforms we could find elsewhere in the Universe.
My research has taken me from working at NASA and various observatories worldwide all the way to leading expeditions in extreme environments, such as beyond the Arctic Circle and on the summits of tall mountains. I have also been the Commander of over 30 simulated space missions to the Moon and Mars.
A big passion of mine is to teach and to share my experiences with audiences around the world through lectures, outreach activities and interviews with the media. I greatly enjoy working with people from different cultures and countries worldwide.
My mission is to make STEAM subjects, space and research more accessible to the public through my numerous projects. I also hope to empower women and underrepresented people to pursue their dreams, despite obstacles in their way. It’s important to follow your heart and do what you believe is right.
My Projects
Scientific research, educational and outreach activities form the core of my projects. I’m passionate both about answering unsolved mysteries, such as whether aliens exist, and about making scientific topics accessible to the public of all ages worldwide.
My work as a scientist is taking me to some of the most extreme environments on Earth, as well as to simulated Mars. In fact, I have led the most simulated space missions on record, since I have been the Commander of over 30 analog missions to the Moon and Mars. Currently, I’m pioneering the Astro Seven Summits project, which represents a world-first in performing scientific and educational activities, in collaboration with NASA and other organizations worldwide, on the Seven Summits (the tallest mountain on each continent).
In order to share what I learn from my experiences, I regularly teach, give keynote presentations, work with international media, publish and make documentaries for schoolchildren and the public around the world. I’m also the patron or ambassador for several educational programs aiming to inspire and empower young people. Moreover, I’ve initiated a number of competitions and opportunities enabling young people to take part in scientific research on an international level.
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