Welcome to my page:
You can call me Regu and my pronouns are he/him
I am a Malaysian national of south Indian ancestry. My primary education started in the UK & I did my higher education in the US. So naturally, I like to think of myself as a global citizen & cherish all parts of my identity.
My values:
I am an ally to all in need! I am committed to fostering a sense of belonging, and improving accessibility, justice, equity, diversity, and inclusion in science and society.
Regupathi (Regu) Angappan
I am currently a Postdoctoral Scientist at SandboxAQ in the AQNav team, and a visiting scientist, in Earth & Planetary Sciences at Johns Hopkins University.
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I am commonly identified as a planetary scientist specializing in planetary magnetism and magnetospheres. Though the titles of educator, geophysicist, earth scientist, data and AI scientist, innovator, and empathetic leader also fit the roles I play. I bring a unique combination of deep technical expertise, strategic program leadership, and the ability to guide multi-sector collaborations that merge first-principles thinking with people-centered solutions.
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I have collaboratively used novel datasets and simulations to better characterize the magnetic fields of planets and subsequently gain insights into the deep interior regions of the planet, from which the magnetic fields arise. In this curiosity-driven pursuit, I get to piece together a small part of the puzzle on how planets form and evolve, and what our place in all this grandness is. This work reflects my broader skill in translating complex science into actionable strategies, tools, and partnerships that inspire collaboration across research, education, and technology sectors.
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I now focus on applying AI to various scientific challenges, including advancing magnetic navigation technologies at SandboxAQ. My work in AI spans multiple fields, where I contribute to the development of AI-driven solutions to enhance product reliability and address broader challenges, such as climate change and predicting changes in natural systems like Earth's magnetic field. I lead and contribute to projects from conception through execution, designing scalable frameworks, processes, and systems that enable both rapid innovation and a culture of inclusivity and belonging. I am passionate about ensuring science innovation and AI are applied ethically and inclusively, with a focus on building solutions that are both sustainable and empathetic in nature.
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I also have a passion for science education and outreach. This extends to shaping education programs that connect learners and educators with cutting-edge research, indigenous wisdom, creative art, and communities of practice, supported by open-source tools and transparent, collaborative, and just processes. A passion that has manifested itself in research on inclusive teaching, research mentorship, and the development of new curricula.
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I am always looking to motivate and work on inclusive and sustainable, interdisciplinary science, that brings communities together to bond over a sense of awe, and/or to address the challenges of our time. My goal is to leverage science, education, technology, innovation, and community insight to create measurable, lasting impact—on people, on knowledge, and on the future we build together.
