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Kenshiro Oguri is an Assistant Professor in the School of Aeronautics and Astronautics at Purdue University. He obtained his Ph.D. in Aerospace Engineering Sciences from the University of Colorado Boulder in 2021, and his Master's and Bachelor's degrees in Aeronautics and Astronautics from the University of Tokyo in 2017 and 2015, respectively. Dr. Oguri's research interests lie at the intersection of astrodynamics, control, optimization, and nonlinear dynamics, which involves developing mathematical and computational frameworks to solve challenging engineering problems associated with space exploration. His work focuses on advancing state-of-the-art space mission design, spacecraft guidance, and achieving autonomy for space systems. He leverages experience as a mission designer at NASA and JAXA to address real-world challenges in the field. Dr. Oguri has received various awards, including the NASA Early Career Faculty Award in 2025 and is actively involved in academic service as an Associate Editor for the American Control Conference and a Faculty Council Member for the Purdue Engineering Initiative in Cislunar Space.
Purdue University • West Lafayette, IN
Teaching and conducting research in the School of Aeronautics and Astronautics.
California Institute of Technology • Pasadena, CA
Worked on research projects related to astrodynamics and spacecraft guidance.
California Institute of Technology • Pasadena, CA
Engaged in research practices concerning space mission design.
Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency • Tokyo, Japan
Contributed to projects in astrodynamics and optimization for space missions.
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