Astroncia — Frisco, TX
- Oversee editorial strategy and content development, managing a team of writers for accurate, engaging output.
- Implement team systems to improve performance, drive innovation, and build a culture of excellence.
HOMEPAGE OF
Syed Mustafa Hasan
Astronomy • Astrophysics • Planetary Science • Space Systems • Science Communication
Founder @ Astroncia
Student Leadership
Research + Building
About
Student leader and founder focused on space, research communication, and hands-on prototyping.
Research interests
Astronomy
Astrophysics
Planetary Science
Space Systems
Science Communication
What I’m looking for
Research and project opportunities that blend rigorous science with practical systems-building, especially in space/planetary domains.
Professional Experience
Leadership, operations, and research communication across the US and Pakistan.
University of North Texas — Frisco, TX
- Supervised the UNT Frisco Landing weight room, supported front-desk operations, and maintained facility ambience.
- Handled calls, requests, and day-to-day operational tasks.
Evolution - IP — Karachi, PK
- Supported logistics planning and execution; coordinated operations for smooth event delivery and stakeholder engagement.
RaheQamar Pvt. Ltd. (NASA Space Apps Karachi) — Karachi, PK
- Led 8 high-performing teams, driving collaboration and innovation within NASA Space Apps.
- Spearheaded a national effort that placed Pakistan 5th out of 152 countries.
- Built strategies to enhance performance and execution quality.
Evolution - IP & SteamPro — Karachi, PK
- Designed and delivered STEM workshops across multiple cities, supporting foundational STEM literacy.
- Developed an astrophysics education program to help students access specialized knowledge and resources.
Projects
Applied work spanning modeling, drones, sensing, and space-focused experimentation.
Killer Asteroids
Web Model • 2024Experimental model aligned with research to estimate impact effects of asteroids across the solar system (AI-generated).
Aeroflex (Flywing)
Drone • 20233D-printed drone with camera module and remote sensing software for 3D terrain mapping.
Books, Publications & Conferences
Writing and presentations across astronomy, planetary science, and impacts of space systems.
Book
No-Nonsense Astronomy
Concise introduction to astronomy and astrophysics for general and student audiences.
Publications
- The High Cost of Space: Rockets, and Environmental Impact — University of North Texas • ResearchGate
- Characteristics and Implications of Craters on Venus — Elsevier • SSRN
- Dissecting the Nature of Charge Interactions: Fascinating Behavior of Same and Opposite Charges — Elsevier • SSRN
- Unlocking the Dimensionality in Physics & Universe(s) — Elsevier • SSRN
Conferences
- Climate Solution & Satellite Data for Adaption Strategies — Habib University
- Don’t run for the Generation’s Race — 1st International Conference on Emotional Intelligence, Happiness, and Wellbeing in Higher Education
Certifications & Training
- NASA Open Science TOPS — NASA (2024)
- Robotic Telescopes 101 — NEDUET (2024)
- Amateur Astronomy — University of Karachi (2023)
- English Access MicroScholarship Program — RELO Pakistan (2022)
Education
Current study and academic positioning.
Collin College — Frisco, TX
Class of 2026Associate of Science
Distinctions, Awards & Campus Involvement
Leadership and recognition across academics and engineering competitions.
Distinctions & Awards
- Collin College Foundation Scholarship — Academic merit & leadership (Frisco, TX)
- Honor Roll — University of North Texas (Frisco, TX)
- Design Award — IMechE PropellAIR 2023 (Karachi, PK)
Campus Involvement
- Co-President — Society for Propulsion, AI & Design in Engineering (Fall 2025)
- President — Pakistan Student Association (Fall 2025)
- Board Member — Pakistan Student Association (Spring 2025)
- Student Athlete — Collin College Intramural Sports
Skills
Quick overview (you can expand this with tools/tech once you want).
Leadership
Program Operations
Science Writing
Workshop Delivery
Team Management
Event Coordination
STEM Education
Prototyping Mindset
Favorites
Things I keep on repeat when I’m not building rockets.
🎧 On Repeat
- Roshni — Umer Farooq
- Piya Ghar Aaya — Nusrat Fateh Ali Khan
- Ghar Nari — Fareed Ayaz & Abu Muhammad
- Piya Ghar Aaya — Fareed Ayaz & Abu Muhammad
- Winter — Flawed Mangoes
- Aitebar — Vital Signs
- Na Kaho — Aaroh
- Pari — Kashmir
- Hisaar Mein — Umer Farooq
🎬 Comfort Movies
- Interstellar
Contact
Fastest way to reach me: email.
Get in touch
Email me with your opportunity, timeline, and what you need help with.