Thomas J. and Alice M. Tisch Assistant Professor of Earth, Environmental, and Planetary Sciences

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Dr. Alex J. Evans is a planetary scientist, engineer, and space consultant whose work connects deep-space research with strategic planning and public impact. As the Founder and Director of LunaSCOPE, a $7.5 M NASA-funded research node supporting Artemis science, he leads interdisciplinary teams that shape lunar exploration priorities.

At Brown University, Evans serves as the Thomas J. and Alice M. Tisch Assistant Professor of Earth, Environmental and Planetary Sciences, where he investigates the evolution of planetary interiors and the strategies that enable successful exploration. His research has informed NASA missions such as MESSENGER, GRAIL, and Artemis, and his consulting work helps agencies and institutions align scientific discovery with mission success.

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