Jason is a planetary scientist with research focused on understanding the physics of presently-active geologic processes on ocean worlds, icy satellites, and transneptunian objects.  He is an author of research articles about solar system worlds including Europa, Enceladus, Titan, Triton, Pluto, Charon, Arrokoth, and Eris.  He employs a combination of quantitative data analysis and numerical modeling.  His experience in remote sensing and signal processing includes quantitative analysis of both Earth-based astronomical and spacecraft observations, using both passive and active techniques at visible, infrared, and microwave wavelengths.  He has experience on two NASA missions (Cassini and New Horizons) and made significant contributions to four instrument/mission proposal/concept teams (Europa Lander, Oceanus (Titan), RadICE (Moon), and Trident (Triton)).  He thoroughly enjoys working at the science-engineering interface and educating the public about planetary science.  An article he led, describing the discovery of transient features in a hydrocarbon sea on Saturn’s moon Titan, was featured on the front page of more than 60 news websites including BBC, CNN, NBC, Time, and National Geographic.

Additional information and CV available at: https://www2.boulder.swri.edu/~jhofgart/