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Dr. Benjamin K. Malphrus

Professor of Space Science and Executive Director of the Space Science Center
Department of Physics, Earth Science, and Space Systems Engineering, Morehead State University, Morehead, Kentucky, United States

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Research biography & scholarly focus

Dr. Benjamin Malphrus is a pioneering space systems architect who has led the design and mission operations of numerous NASA CubeSat missions to the Moon and deep space.

Primary Subject Domain
PHYSICS
Department / Faculty
Department of Physics, Earth Science, and Space Systems Engineering
Current Recruiting Status
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Academic guidance note

Faculty details sourced from official Morehead State University publications reviewed 2026-10-16. Inquiries regarding doctoral openings should follow official departmental submission guidelines.

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