Hakeem Oluseyi
I've spent my life chasing the deepest questions about the universe—how it works, how we fit into it, and how we can make its wonders accessible to everyone. As a physicist, astrophysicist, and science educator, I’ve had the privilege of contributing to our understanding of the cosmos through research, public engagement, and teaching. Now, as CEO of the Astronomical Society of the Pacific, I’m leading an organization with a rich legacy of sharing the awe of the universe, and I’m excited to shape its future.
My path to astrophysics was anything but traditional. I grew up moving across the country, developing an early passion for science and problem-solving that led me to earn a Ph.D. in physics from Stanford University. My research has explored everything from solar astrophysics to computer chip design to theories of dark matter and dark energy. I've held faculty positions, worked with NASA on space missions, and engaged millions as a science communicator on platforms like Discovery Channel, National Geographic, PBS, and Netflix. Through it all, my mission has remained the same: to break down barriers to science and inspire curiosity in everyone.
At the ASP, I’m building on our strengths in education and outreach while expanding our impact in research and media. Science is more than just knowledge—it’s a story, a process, and a community. Whether we’re training the next generation of astronomers, equipping educators, or engaging the public with the latest cosmic discoveries, our work is about making astronomy a shared human experience.
