Lujendra Ojha

Lujendra Ojha is an American planetary scientist. He, as an undergraduate under the direction of planetary geologist Alfred McEwen, discovered compelling evidence that water on Mars includes current, seasonal, surface liquid brine flows. He is currently an assistant professor of planetary science at Rutgers University. He has also played in a heavy metal band, Gorkha.

Awards

Special Recognition — Office of the Governor. Douglas A. Ducey
National Science Foundation — Research Excellence Award
Lunar and Planetary Institute — Team-X Merit Award
University of Arizona — First Place in Physical Science Research. Annual Student Showcase.
University of Arizona — Honorary Presidents Award
Group Achievement Award: HiRISE Science Team, NASA