Marina Barcenilla

scientist

Marina Barcenilla is a space scientist, fragrance designer, and PhD student in astrobiology at the University of Westminster in London. Her innovative work combines her passion for the cosmos with the olfactory realm, as she aims to recreate the scents of space for a recent exhibition at the Natural History Museum in London. Barcenilla's research focuses on the chemical compositions of celestial bodies, such as Jupiter, and she explores how these unique aromas could provide insights into the potential for life beyond Earth. Her creative approach not only enhances public engagement with space science but also opens new avenues for understanding the universe through the sense of smell.