Evangelos Paouris

Evangelos Paouris is a heliophysicist in the Solar and Space Physics Group within APL’s Space Exploration Sector. He specializes in heliophysics and space weather, with a research focus on solar eruptive phenomena—particularly coronal mass ejections (CMEs)—and their propagation through interplanetary space.

Dr. Paouris is a core member of NASA’s Parker Solar Probe Wide-Field Imager for Solar Probe (WISPR) instrument team, contributing to the analysis of near-Sun observations that have significantly advanced our understanding of CME structure and dynamics. He developed the HELIOS 3D tool, which allows users to overlay magnetic field or CME models onto WISPR images. This tool greatly enhances the interpretation of WISPR data and is particularly beneficial for new users.

Dr. Paouris’ integrates multi-spacecraft observations, advanced CME forecasting models, and solar wind analysis to improve predictions of space weather impacts on Earth. He has developed novel CME arrival-time models and pioneered methodologies for analyzing solar-storm threats from the Sun to Earth. His expertise also includes the study of solar energetic particles (SEPs) and the responsible application of machine and deep learning techniques across various domains of heliophysics and space weather research.

As an early-career scientist, Dr. Paouris has already authored or co-authored over 70 peer-reviewed publications. His research has garnered significant attention within, and resulted in significant influence within, the heliophysics and space weather communities, demonstrating both the relevance and lasting impact of his contributions.

Beyond his scientific work, Dr. Paouris is actively involved in international collaborations, science communication, and peer review. He serves as a NASA Research Opportunities in Space and Earth Science (ROSES) panelist and regularly reviews for leading scientific journals. His combination of theoretical modeling, mission data analysis, and operational forecasting positions him as a key contributor to advancing space weather science and improving our preparedness for solar-driven technological hazards.