Brian Enke is a Research Analyst in the Department of Space Studies at the
Southwest Research Institute. Previously, he worked at Bell Labs for 17 years.
Brian holds a M.S. degree in Computer Science from Northwestern University, specializing in
software algorithms and Artificial Intelligence, and he has extensive industry experience
in complex-system integration, real-time software updates, and human/machine interfaces.
Brian is a vocal newspaper, radio, and internet advocate for the benefits of space exploration, settlement, and science. He volunteers as a member of the Program Study
Team at the Mars Foundation, an Advisor to the MarsDrive Consortium, a Mars Society
chapter chair, and a high school robotics mentor.
At conferences and outreach events, he frequently presents talks on space science, economics, public outreach,
and low-budget Mars settlement strategies.
Brian lives in Nederland, Colorado. He writes science fiction novels when not "hounded" by his two mischievous Newfoundlands.
"Six months ago, the situation changed abruptly. While scaling cliffs with the other geologist candidates at Zion National Park in Utah, Irena's line broke, and she plunged a thousand feet to the valley floor below. The dreadful accident had been followed by a tear-filled funeral and the onslaught of Anna's own regrets. "
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