Stephanie Vivod, Research Chemical Engineer, NASA Glenn Research Center

Dr. Stephanie Vivod is a Research Chemical Engineer for the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA), where she specializes in the synthesis and characterization of advanced polymeric materials for extreme environments and aerospace applications. As a leading expert in polymer aerogels, she develops lightweight, high-performance materials with nanoscale porosity for thermal insulation, vibroacoustic damping, lunar habitat protection, and multifunctional uses in space exploration, including Artemis missions and beyond. Stephanie received her PhD in Polymer Science from The University of Akron’s College of Polymer Science and Polymer Engineering in Akron, Ohio and is recognized for advancing polymer-based solutions that enable safer, more efficient missions to the Moon, Mars, and beyond.