Dr. Kenji Tanaka is an astrophysicist who has dedicated his career to studying the most extreme objects in the universe. After earning his Ph.D. from Caltech, he worked as a postdoctoral researcher on projects involving the Hubble Space Telescope and the Chandra X-ray Observatory. His research focuses on black holes, neutron stars, and the gravitational waves they produce.

He currently collaborates with several space agencies and is passionate about sharing the wonders of the cosmos with the public. Dr. Tanaka believes that looking up at the stars inspires curiosity and a sense of perspective. For EduEarth4U, he takes readers on a journey through the universe, explaining mind-bending concepts like the curvature of spacetime and the birth of galaxies in a clear and exciting way.

An amateur astronomer since childhood, Kenji spends his clear nights in his backyard observatory, exploring the night sky. He is also a dedicated mentor for high school students interested in pursuing careers in science.