Alexandra Stanton, Ph.D., Research Scientist, Vitro

Alexandra Stanton is a Research Scientist specializing in applied physics and thin film coatings. She holds a Ph.D. in Physics and a Master’s in Applied Physics from Texas Tech University, along with a Specialist degree in Engineering Physics from NRNU MEPhI in Moscow, where she focused on solid-state physics and nanostructures.

Her early work at SPELLS (Specialized Laser Systems) involved designing mechanical components for laser systems used for simulating Single Event Effects (SEEs) in microchips for space applications, where such effects are caused by space radiation. Motivated by an interest in laser-induced plasma physics, she pursued graduate studies to expand her scientific impact.

From 2020 to 2022, Alexandra served as a Senior Scientist at Pioneer Astronautics, contributing to NASA-funded research on liquid oxidizer dynamics in space and developing dust-repellent coatings for lunar missions—work that earned two additional NASA grants.

Currently, she works on architectural and automotive glass coatings at Vitro’s MSVD Coating Development group, applying her multidisciplinary expertise to real-world challenges.

Learn more about her on LinkedIn at:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/alexandra-stanton-11ab17148/