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Kevin France

Associate Professor

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Education

  • Ph.D. (2006) • Astrophysics • Johns Hopkins University
  • B.A. (2000) • Physics & Astrophysics • Boston University

Current Position

Associate Professor, Department of Astrophysical and Planetary Sciences & LASP, University of Colorado

Launch of NASA/CU 36.339 UG from Arnhem Space Center, Australia, in July 2022. Dr. France served as the NASA Campaign Scientist and PI of the SISTINE payload that flew as part of the Australian rocket campaign.
Launch of NASA/CU 36.339 UG from Arnhem Space Center, Australia, in July 2022. Dr. France served as the NASA Campaign Scientist and PI of the SISTINE payload that flew as part of the Australian rocket campaign.

Technology Interests

  • UV spectroscopic instrumentation; gratings, mirrors, optical coatings, detectors
  • Space mission development for a wide range of exoplanet and cosmic origins science; rockets, smallsats, explorers, flagships

Goals and Aspirations

  • Support the development of a UV instrument for imaging and spectroscopy for HWO
  • Develop the technical capabilities and scientific drivers for EUV astronomy.
  • Develop an inclusive and equitable science and instrument workforce to support HWO development and execution