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What he does
Scott studies volcanoes, both up close on the ground and from on high through satellite images. By mapping a volcano's surface, he learns about its structure and history.

How he got into science
His father sparked an interest in astronomy by taking him to the Bishop Museum planetarium. And Mr. Yokoyama, his physics teacher at Roosevelt, helped him realize that even when you struggle with it, science is cool.

Favorite accomplishments
Scott's work has helped us understand why 'a'a lava forms in some situations while pahoehoe forms in others. This knowledge can even be applied to volcanoes on other planets.

In his free time
Scott likes to run, hike, take photos, and go on volunteer service projects in the backcountry.

Quote
"Science is slow, but honest."