National Space Academy Director Anu Ojha is also an experienced skydiver with over 1200 jumps completed. His analyses of the scientific challenges and applications of the Red Bull Stratos mission have been used by media across the world, especially after Felix Baumgartner successfully made his jump from the edge of space yesterday.
Read more about the science behind the Red Bull Stratos mission outlined by Anu in this detailed article following the first test jump earlier this year for the Exploring Space blog on MSN News UK.
Listen to the extended Interview Anu gave for the Australian Broadcasting Corporation following Sunday's successful jump here.
Listen to the extended Interview featuring Anu on the BBC World Service following Sunday's successful jump here.
From all of us at the National Space Academy, congratulations to Felix and the Red Bull Stratos team on a thrilling jump and a successful mission.