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Dr Keith Sowell

Adjunct Instructor,
American Public University

Bio

Dr. Sowell is an accomplished aerospace professional with a rich career spanning over five decades. His extensive background encompasses roles as an Aircraft Technician, Pilot, Aerospace Contractor, Consultant, and Educator, blending practical expertise with scholarly pursuits in Aerospace Science, Planetary Science and Archaeo-Astronomy. Dr. Sowell has made significant contributions to aerospace innovation, education, and exploration, leveraging his depth of knowledge as a NASA Educator, Space Studies Professor, and published author.

Dr. Sowell's career is distinguished by his commitment to advancing aerospace technology and knowledge, demonstrated through his varied roles, scholarly achievements, and active participation in professional societies. His work epitomizes the intersection of science, exploration, and education, making substantial contributions to the fields of aerospace sciences, planetary sciences, astronomy, and archaeology.

Industry
(linked to AIAA member record)

  • Education (includes University Research Labs)

Education

Bircham International University
Madrid, Spain
Ph.D. in Astronomy and Archaeology, 2024
Honor: "Magna Cum Laude"
2019 To 2024
Dissertation: "Gravitational Relationships: Exploring the Interplay Between Planetary Atmospheric Composition, Electromagnetic Dynamics, and Gravitational Phenomena"
Advisor: Ashraf Elsaled Mohamed

American Public University
Charles Town, West Virginia, United States
M.Sc. in Space Studies and Planetary Sciences, 2015
Astronautics and Planetary Science
2011 To 2015
Dissertation: "Making Larger Space Station Ships for Solar System Exploration"

Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University
Daytona Beach, Florida, United States
B.Sc. in Aeronautics, 1999
Aeronautics and Aviation Business Administration
1994 To 1999

Honors and Awards

"Magna Cum Laude" in Astronomy
Bircham International University
2024

2023 AIAA Section Student Branch Partenership Award
American Institute of Aeronautics and Astronautics
2023

Humanitarian Service Medal
United States Air Force
1986

Industry

  • Education (includes University Research Labs)

Professional Interest

  • Atmospheric and Space Environments
  • General Aerospace Design & Structures
  • General Aerospace Sciences
  • History
  • Space Colonization
  • Space Sciences & Astronomy
  • Unmanned Systems

University

  • American Public University-American Military University
  • Embry-Riddle University - Daytona Beach, FL
  • Other - a Univ/College not found in List

Professional Interests
(linked to AIAA member record)

  • Atmospheric and Space Environments
  • General Aerospace Design & Structures
  • General Aerospace Sciences
  • History
  • Space Colonization
  • Space Sciences & Astronomy
  • Unmanned Systems

Other Professional Affiliations

AIAA Arkansas Branch Chair
2026 - Present

AIAA Oklahoma Section Vice-Chair
2025 - Present

AIAA Region IV Deputy Director STEM K-12
2025 - Present

Junior Member-International Astronomical Union
2025 - Present

Life Member-Arkansas Archeological Society
2018 - Present

Life Member-Astronomical League
2013 - Present

Life-Senior Member-American Institute of Aeronautics and Astronautics
1996 - Present