Speaker profile
Dr Jenifer Millard
Available for booking
Barry / Barri, South Glamorgan, Wales
Will travel anywhere in the UK
Science Communicator
Academic Lecturer
Amateur Astronomer
Summary
Jen is a "Plague Doctor," gaining her astrophysics PhD from Cardiff in 2021. She is an expert multi-platform science communicator, keen outreach astronomer, podcaster, and regular contributor to TV and radio!.
Full biography
Dr. Jenifer Millard, known as Dr. Jen, developed a fascination with the night sky at a young age. While most children played with toy cars, she saw them as objects to tinker with. As a child, she looked at the Moon through an old telescope and fell in love with the mysteries of the universe. This curiosity led her to pursue a Ph.D. in Astrophysics at Cardiff University, where she studied "The Stuff Between the Stars."
During her doctoral studies, Dr. Jen realised that her true passion lay in sharing her love of space with others. She now holds various roles that allow her to engage with the public and educate them about astronomy. As the Managing Editor of the "Sky Guide" App at Fifth Star Labs, she helps people explore the wonders of the night sky. She is also the writer and host of the popular "Awesome Astronomy" podcast, a science presenter for BBC1 Wales' "Weatherman Walking" series, and frequently appears on TV and radio, explaining the latest advances in astronomy and space exploration, as featured on BBC's AI Decoded. Her TEDxCardiff talk, "A Waste of Space," is available on YouTube. Dr. Jen lectures at Cardiff University, co-organising the "Astronomy in Action" adults learning module.
In addition to her media work, Dr. Jen actively participates in practical astronomy. She co-organises Astrocamp, a bi-annual star party where amateur astronomers gather to observe the cosmos and participate in various activities. She is the Honorary President of the Barry Astronomical Society and has been recognised as one of Cardiff University's 30ish Award Winners for 2022, acknowledging her contributions to the alumni community.
When she's not immersed in the world of space, Dr. Jen enjoys relaxing with movies, building lego, and being bossed around by her cat!
Stargazing sessions
Dr Jenifer Millard can host stargazing sessions including guided tours of the night skies and observing using telescopes or binoculars.
