Dr. Botta Selected as a Recipient of the 2026 AIAA 30/30 Award

Dr. Botta was selected as one of the 30 inaugural recipients of AIAA's 30/30 Award, and is one of the 5 recipients in the Space and Missiles Category of the award. The full description of the award can be found below:

Award description from AIAA: This new recognition program highlights young professionals in the aerospace field by recognizing their technical achievement, future potential, and overall excellence. Nominated by their peers and colleagues and selected by experts in their respective fields, AIAA’s 30/30 shines a light on the exceptional rigor and impact of 30 early career professionals each year.

Link to the official announcement: 2026 AIAA 30/30 Recipients Announced: Space and Missiles Category - Aerospace America