UASI Staff

Director of UA Space Institute
Associate Professor of Astrophysics

Program Manager, UA Space Institute

Professor, Planetary Sciences
Professor, Lunar and Planetary Laboratory
Chief Scientist
Associate Director, Community Engagement S4 Space Center

Director, UASI Advanced Technology and Testing Laboratories

Oversees the operation and facilities for the Applied Research Building (ARB) and Mission Integration Laboratory (MIL).

Director, Information Technology

Nic's responsibilities encompass a diverse array of domains, ranging from project management to server architecture, technology operations, and security practices. Effectively steering IT projects from conception to fruition, he ensures their alignment with ASI's strategic objectives and responsiveness to researchers' requirements. Leveraging his knowledge of server architecture, Nic guarantees the establishment of a resilient, scalable computing infrastructure optimized to facilitate research and collaboration.

Programs Finance & Earned Value Management (EVM)

Administrative Associate

IT Project Coordinator
Systems Administrator II

Bryan Barns, the Systems Administrator at the Arizona Space Institute (ASI), plays a vital role in supporting researchers and building occupants by ensuring a seamless technology environment. With expertise in Server Management and VMware, he manages both on-premise and cloud environments, optimizing system architecture for efficient computing capabilities. Bryan facilitates flexible and scalable solutions for researchers, maximizing the benefits of cloud technology. Additionally, he focuses on system security and data protection, staying updated on industry standards.

IT Support Analyst III

R&D Engineer/ Scientist

Mission Operations Manager

Assistant Facilities Manager

Sr. Multimedia Specialist

Student Worker, Administrative Services