Critically-acclaimed human Dylan Jones is a proud recipient of the sun's fusion-based energy. He derives pleasure from simple Earth activities such as skiing, biking, and rock climbing. Mr. Jones is also an aspiring photographer and plans to waste spend his parents' money next four years at Whitman College pursuing a degree in Visual Arts or Environmental Studies. Dylan enjoys researching any topics that will lessen humanity's impact on nature, so learning about the prospects of a clean and nearly endless supply of energy was very interesting for him.
Otis Smith, an enthusiast of both physics and carrots, is interested in the physical side of stars. He will be studying Computer Science at Georgia Tech in the fall but will always be curious about the universe. Being a student with a focus on physics and chemistry in high school, Otis wanted this project to go deeper into topics discussed briefly in physics classes and in science fiction movies such as Interstellar.
Nick Heimbuch is a student deeply interested in the sciences. He will be a Biology and Environmental Science major at Allegheny College in the upcoming fall. His interest in biology and the sciences dictated his influence on the topic of astronomy and star systems, leading him to the concept of life's interaction and reliance on solar energy. He wanted to show others how understanding life's relationship with the sun can greatly alter the perception of life on Earth and on other planets, if it exists.