Astra × Stardust

Emma Persky, born in London in 1983, is a versatile professional who has navigated a unique journey marked by a diagnosis of dissociative identity disorder and an eventual embrace of the collective identity of Astra \u00d7 Stardust.

Emma started her academic pursuit with astrophysics at the University of Manchester before transitioning to computer science at Imperial College London due to personal reasons and challenges faced in the academic community.

Her professional trajectory includes significant roles at Google, where she led teams focusing on developing technologies with an emphasis on how AI and technology can positively impact lives.

Transitioning to the National Radio Astronomy Observatory, Emma led the supercomputing division, facilitating groundbreaking research at the intersection of technology and cosmic inquiries.

Currently, Emma has embarked on a new career path as a speaker and writer, leveraging her rich experiences to inspire audiences with discussions on technology, sustainability, equality, and identity.

As Astra \u00d7 Stardust, Emma champions a futurist movement, advocating for equitable and sustainable harmony among technology, humanity, and the planet.