Looking into the Future of Nuclear Power on the Moon

SEATTLE, Jan. 16, 2026—On Jan. 31, Seattle rocket scientist and space exploration consultant, Dr. Roger Myers, will discuss the ongoing race to establish a sustained presence on the Moon and show how the development of space nuclear power systems will create opportunities for humanity’s next step into deep space. Myers has worked on in-space transportation, propulsion and power for over 35 years with NASA, Aerojet Rocketdyne and many others. The 2 p.m. program is free for Museum Members and with Museum admission. 

Dr. Roger Myers 

Seattle-based Dr. Roger Myers has worked on in-space transportation, propulsion and power for over 35 years, having worked at the NASA Glenn Research Center and held various executive positions at Aerojet Rocketdyne. He currently advises multiple clients on space mission design, propulsion and power system technology and flight system development, business and program management, and employee development.  

He has worked on dozens of successful commercial, civil and defense space missions and R&D programs in chemical, electric and nuclear propulsion and power technology and has over 100 publications in his field, including co-authoring the recent report titled “Weighing the Future: Strategic Options for U.S. Space Nuclear Leadership,” which is widely credited with guiding NASA’s current space nuclear program.  

Myers has served on several National Academy of Sciences committees, including co-Chairing the committee on Space Nuclear Propulsion for Human Mars Exploration, and currently serves as the Chair for the NASA Space Technology Industry Government University Roundtable (STIGUR).  

Dr. Myers was elected to the National Academy of Engineering in 2022, elected Fellow of the American Institute of Aeronautics and Astronautics in 2010 and elected to the Washington State Academy of Sciences (WSAS) in 2012. He is a Trustee at The Museum of Flight. 

Image: NASA photo of the Moon.