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Early Career Spotlight
Dr. Betul Kacar
NASA Astrobiology profiles the career path of up and coming astrobiologists from all around the world. This episode showcases Dr. Betul Kacar, an Assistant Professor at the University of Arizona, and a prominent member of the NASA Astrobiology community.
Published September 8, 2017Career News
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NASA Small Bodies Assessment Group: Early Career OpportunitesOct. 12, 2021
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