Libby Jackson OBE is the UK Space Agency’s Head of Space Exploration, responsible for delivering the UK’s activities in both human and robotic missions that explore Low Earth Orbit, Moon and Mars. She is one of Britain’s leading experts in human spaceflight, having spent nearly two decades working at the forefront of the field in mission control and management roles, including overseeing the hugely successful education programme for Tim Peake’s mission to the ISS. Libby has had a life-long interest in space exploration.  After graduating with a BSc in Physics from Imperial College and a Master’s degree in Astronautics and Space Engineering from Cranfield University, Libby worked for Airbus Defence and Space in satellite operations.  Prior to her time at the UK Space Agency, Libby worked in Mission Control as a flight controller and then Flight Director for the Columbus module, Europe’s laboratory on the ISS.  Libby is a regular spokesperson for the UK Space Agency on matters relating to space exploration. Libby was awarded an OBE in the 2023 New Year’s Honours list for her services to the Space Sector, and an Honorary Doctorate of Science from the University of Kent in 2021.