Zenith Fellow, Class of 2022
University of Toronto, Bachelor of Electrical and Computer Engineering
Host Organization: GHGSat
Mentor: Taryn Tomlinson

Anaïs is a student at the University of Toronto currently pursuing her undergraduate degree in Electrical and Computer Engineering with a minor in Robotics and Mechatronics.

She is passionate about the effects space research and exploration have on combatting climate change and on improving the quality of life on Earth. Anaïs hopes to contribute to the democratization of the space industry and make space travel accessible to all – including herself! She believes that as more people have access to space travel they will gain a better understanding of the wonders of the universe, which will lead to a comprehensive global perspective in the way we solve the world’s problems.

Growing up in Vancouver, BC, Anaïs dedicated her free time to rhythmic gymnastics competing at a National level. She always had an innate interest in math and sciences, but it was the many years spent watching the way gymnasts seemingly defied the laws of gravity as they leapt through the air that she credits with solidifying her passion for physics, and later for space.

This past year, Anaïs has been fortunate to intern at Space Tango, a microgravity research aerospace company in Lexington, Kentucky. The excitement that comes with working directly on payloads that provide solutions that simply cannot exist terrestrially has reinforced her resolve to pursue a career in the aerospace industry. During her time at Space Tango, Anaïs has created a completely new interfacing system and control software that will soon be used to control and monitor numerous payloads on the ISS.

Outside of academia, Anaïs has been involved in her school community promoting UofT school spirit. She was elected as a Skule™ Spirit Head in her second year and aimed to provide mentorship to other students in the Engineering Department.

Anaïs believes using her interests and her degree to help better understand our place in the universe while simultaneously broadening our scientific and technological advancements is the most meaningful way to make an impact here on Earth. She is thrilled to be joining GHGSat this summer as a member of the first class of Zenith Fellows.