In 2023, David Grusch, a United States Air Force (USAF) officer and a former intelligence official, was interviewed by various media outlets and testified in a U.S. congressional hearing. Grusch claimed that conversations with unnamed officials led him to believe that the U.S. federal government maintains a secretive ‘UAP’ recovery program and is in possession of "non-human" craft. In 2022, Grusch filed a whistleblower complaint with the U.S. Office of the Intelligence Community Inspector General to support his plan to share information with the U.S. Senate.

He claims to have viewed documents reporting that Benito Mussolini's government recovered a "non-human" spacecraft in 1933, which the Vatican and the Five Eyes assisted the U.S. in procuring in 1944 or 1945. Grusch claims second-hand knowledge that American citizens have been harmed and killed as part of their government's efforts to cover-up the information. In response to his claims from June 2023, the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) and the U.S. Department of Defense (DoD) stated that no evidence of extraterrestrial life had been discovered and that there was no verifiable information about anyone possessing and reverse engineering any "extraterrestrial materials".

In a testimony given to the U.S. House Committee on Oversight and Accountability in July 2023, Grusch repeated several claims under oath. Testimonies were also delivered by Ryan Graves, a retired fighter pilot, and David Fravor, a retired U.S. Navy commander, on their experiences related to UFOs. Grusch testified that he could not elaborate publicly on some aspects, but offered to provide further details to representatives in a sensitive compartmented information facility (SCIF).

Karl Nell is a retired U.S. Army Colonel who has been involved in the investigation of unidentified aerial phenomena (UAP). He worked closely with the U.S. government’s efforts to study UFOs and has been a key figure in bringing awareness to the potential existence of advanced technologies not of human origin.

Nell’s involvement in the subject has made him a notable figure in ongoing discussions about UAPs and their implications for national security. He has been cited in media reports as someone who believes the U.S. government possesses knowledge of these advanced technologies.

Lue Elizondo is a former U.S. intelligence officer who gained public attention for his leadership of the Pentagon’s Advanced Aerospace Threat Identification Program (AATIP), a secretive initiative tasked with investigating unidentified aerial phenomena (UAP).

After leaving the government, Elizondo became a key advocate for UAP transparency, working with organizations like To The Stars Academy and appearing in media to promote UFO disclosure.

His revelations contributed to the declassification of UAP footage and increased public awareness of the government's ongoing study of these phenomena. Elizondo continues to call for further investigations and openness regarding the potential national security implications of UAPs.

Christopher Mellon is a former U.S. Deputy Assistant Secretary of Defense for Intelligence who played a pivotal role in bringing public attention to UFO phenomena.

He was instrumental in the 2017 leak of classified Pentagon information to The New York Times, which revealed the existence of the Advanced Aerospace Threat Identification Program (AATIP) and sparked widespread interest in the government's secret UFO investigations.

Since then, Mellon has been a key advocate for greater transparency around unidentified aerial phenomena (UAP), working with groups like To The Stars Academy to push for further disclosure and scientific study. His work has led to the release of declassified UAP footage and has raised awareness of the potential national security implications of these encounters. Mellon continues to be a prominent voice in the ongoing public and governmental dialogue on UAPs.

Tim Gallaudet is a retired Rear Admiral and oceanographer who served in the U.S. Navy. He holds a bachelor's degree from the U.S. Naval Academy and both a master's and a Ph.D. from Scripps Institution of Oceanography.

Dr. Timothy Gallaudet has had a distinguished career spanning over three decades in military service and government. He was the Oceanographer of the Navy and Commander of the Naval Meteorology and Oceanography Command before transitioning to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA). As Assistant Secretary of Commerce for Oceans and Atmosphere, he focused on advancing marine transportation, sustainable seafood production, and ocean exploration.

In addition to his military and NOAA roles, Gallaudet is an advocate for climate change awareness and marine resilience. He is also involved in initiatives related to the Blue Economy, aiming to enhance economic growth while preserving ocean health. His expertise extends to policy development for countering illegal fishing and assessing climate impacts on national security.

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In August 2024 Dr. Jon T. Kosloski was appointed as the director of the All-domain Anomaly Resolution Office (AARO), the Pentagon's official hub for investigating Unidentified Anomalous Phenomena (UAP).

Before joining AARO, Dr. Kosloski held various technical and leadership positions within the Research Directorate of the National Security Agency (NSA), where he served as a subject matter expert in free space optics and advised multiple Department of Defense agencies. He led advanced mission-oriented research in networking and computing, and he invented an advanced language-agnostic search engine while also working at the DoD Special Communications Enterprise Office.

Dr. Kosloski holds a Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering from Johns Hopkins University, along with Bachelor's degrees in Mathematics and Physics from California State University, San Bernardino. His extensive experience includes a focus on quantum optics and crypto-mathematics, and he is a graduate of NSA's Cryptanalysis Development Program. His doctoral research involved inventing novel devices that leverage principles from quantum optics to receive very weak phase-encoded signals, collaborating with scientists from the National Institute of Standards and Technology to achieve record sensitivities.

In his role as AARO director, Dr. Kosloski will lead the Department of Defense's efforts to address UAP incidents affecting the U.S. military, coordinating with the Intelligence Community to minimize technical and intelligence surprises.

He will oversee the synchronization of scientific, intelligence, and operational efforts related to the detection, identification, attribution, and mitigation of UAP. Additionally, he will support the production of congressionally mandated reports on AARO's caseload of resolved and unresolved UAP incidents, examine the U.S. government's historical record on UAP, and work on declassifying and releasing relevant records to the public. Dr. Kosloski's appointment aims to enhance AARO's efforts in researching and explaining unidentified anomalous phenomena to the Department of Defense, Congress, and the American people.

Alex Dietrich is a former U.S. Navy Lieutenant Commander and F/A-18F Super Hornet pilot who was one of the key witnesses to the 2004 USS Nimitz UFO encounter, often referred to as the "Tic Tac" incident.

Flying alongside Commander David Fravor, Dietrich observed an unidentified object exhibiting extraordinary flight characteristics, such as rapid acceleration and erratic movements.

While she has generally kept a lower profile compared to other witnesses, Dietrich has participated in public discussions about the encounter, emphasizing the credibility of military UFO sightings and the importance of further investigation into unidentified aerial phenomena (UAP) for national security purposes.

David Fravor is a retired U.S. Navy Commander and former F/A-18F Super Hornet pilot best known for his involvement in the 2004 USS Nimitz UFO encounter, often called the "Tic Tac" incident. Fravor and his flight team witnessed an unidentified object performing extraordinary maneuvers off the coast of Southern California, including rapid acceleration and abrupt changes in altitude. Fravor’s firsthand account of the encounter, supported by radar data and infrared footage, has become one of the most credible and well-documented UFO sightings.

Since retiring, Fravor has publicly spoken about the event, advocating for serious investigation into unidentified aerial phenomena (UAP) and contributing to the growing discourse on potential security risks posed by such encounters.

Jim Lacatski is a former Department of Defense intelligence officer who played a key role in the Pentagon's investigation of UFO phenomena. He is best known for spearheading the Advanced Aerospace Weapons System Applications Program (AAWSAP), a precursor to the Advanced Aerospace Threat Identification Program (AATIP).

Lacatski's work focused on researching potential threats posed by unidentified aerial phenomena (UAP) and other anomalous technologies, particularly through investigations at Skinwalker Ranch. His involvement in these government programs has contributed to the growing interest and declassification of UAP-related documents in recent years.

Ryan Graves is a former U.S. Navy F/A-18 Super Hornet pilot who gained attention for his public testimony about repeated UFO sightings by Navy pilots off the East Coast between 2014 and 2015.

Graves reported that his squadron encountered unidentified aerial phenomena (UAP) that exhibited unusual flight patterns, including hovering, high-speed maneuvers, and the lack of any visible propulsion systems.

Since retiring from the military, Graves has become an advocate for transparency and further investigation into UAPs, emphasizing the potential national security risks these encounters pose. He has participated in congressional hearings and media interviews, urging the government to take the issue of UAPs more seriously.

Bill Nelson is the current NASA Administrator and a former U.S. senator with a long-standing commitment to space exploration and science policy. Before leading NASA, Nelson had a distinguished career in public service, including three terms as a U.S. senator representing Florida, where he was a staunch advocate for the space program, supporting various initiatives aimed at expanding U.S. leadership in space. In 1986, Nelson became one of the few sitting members of Congress to travel to space when he flew aboard the Space Shuttle Columbia as a payload specialist on the STS-61-C mission.

As NASA Administrator, Nelson plays a critical role in overseeing the agency's ambitious goals, including the Artemis program, which aims to return humans to the Moon and eventually send astronauts to Mars. He is responsible for steering NASA’s efforts in advancing cutting-edge space technologies, promoting climate science research, and fostering international partnerships for space exploration. Nelson’s leadership is focused on ensuring NASA remains at the forefront of scientific discovery, space innovation, and human exploration, while also addressing global challenges such as climate change and the growing interest in commercial space ventures. His background in law, public service, and direct experience as an astronaut gives him a unique perspective in guiding NASA’s future trajectory.

Nelson has also expressed a keen interest in the study of unidentified aerial phenomena (UAP), calling for further scientific investigation into these incidents. His advocacy for transparency and research into UFOs aligns with growing efforts within the government to better understand UAPs and their potential impact on national security.

Dr. J. Allen Hynek was an American astronomer, professor, and UFO researcher. He served as a scientific consultant for the U.S. Air Force’s Project Blue Book, the official investigation into UFOs, from 1947 to 1969.

Initially skeptical, Hynek later became one of the most respected figures in UFO research, creating the "Close Encounters" classification system for UFO sightings. He founded the Center for UFO Studies (CUFOS) and advocated for the scientific study of UFO phenomena, contributing significantly to the legitimization of the field.

Paul Hellyer was a former Canadian Minister of Defense, best known for his outspoken views on UFOs and extraterrestrial life. After a distinguished career in politics, including his tenure as Canada’s defense minister from 1963 to 1967, Hellyer became an advocate for UFO disclosure.

In 2005, he publicly stated his belief that governments around the world were hiding evidence of extraterrestrial visits to Earth. Hellyer claimed that multiple alien species had been interacting with humanity for decades, some even cooperating with governments. His bold statements brought significant attention to the UFO community, making him one of the highest-ranking government officials to publicly endorse the existence of extraterrestrial life.

He passed away on August 8, 2021 in Toronto.

Admiral Thomas Wilson is a retired U.S. Navy officer and former Director of the Defense Intelligence Agency (DIA).

He gained attention in the UFO community through the Wilson-Davis Memo, a document that allegedly details a 2002 meeting between Wilson and physicist Dr. Eric Davis. According to the memo, Wilson was briefed on but denied access to highly classified programs related to the retrieval and reverse-engineering of extraterrestrial technology.

While Wilson has not publicly confirmed these details, the memo has fueled widespread speculation and debate about the existence of secret government UFO programs. His alleged involvement in these discussions makes him a significant figure in ongoing UFO disclosure efforts.

Dr. Sean Kirkpatrick was the Director of the Pentagon's All-domain Anomaly Resolution Office (AARO), tasked with investigating unidentified aerial phenomena (UAP) and potential threats across air, space, and underwater domains.

With a strong background in physics and national security, Kirkpatrick oversaw the analysis of UAP sightings and coordinated efforts across various government agencies to address potential national security concerns.

John Ratcliffe is a former U.S. Director of National Intelligence (DNI) who served from 2020 to 2021. During his tenure, Ratcliffe became a prominent figure in the UFO disclosure movement, advocating for greater transparency on unidentified aerial phenomena (UAP).

He publicly supported the release of information on UFO sightings, particularly those involving U.S. military personnel, and emphasized the need for further investigation into the potential security risks posed by these encounters.

Ratcliffe’s statements, including remarks leading up to the 2021 UAP report to Congress, helped increase public awareness and governmental attention on the issue. He continues to be cited as an important voice in the debate over UAP transparency and national security.

Robert Dean was a retired U.S. Army Command Sergeant Major and prominent UFO whistleblower.

He gained recognition for his claims that, while working at NATO in the 1960s, he had access to a classified document titled The Assessment, which detailed NATO’s analysis of UFO encounters and their potential extraterrestrial origins.

Dean became a vocal advocate for UFO disclosure, frequently speaking at conferences and interviews, calling for the release of government-held information on extraterrestrial life. His testimony contributed to growing public interest in government secrecy regarding UFOs, and he is remembered as an influential figure in the disclosure movement.

• “For decades, many Americans have been fascinated by objects mysterious and unexplained and it’s long past time they get some answers.” (July 2023)
• “The American public has a right to learn about technologies of unknown origins, non-human intelligence, and unexplainable phenomena.” (July 2023)

Chuck Schumer, the senior United States Senator from New York and current Senate Majority Leader, has been a prominent figure in advancing the UAP issue in Congress. As a Democrat, Schumer has served in the Senate since 1999 and has held various leadership positions within his party. In July 2023, he introduced the UAP Disclosure Act, a bipartisan effort to declassify government records related to unidentified anomalous phenomena. This legislation, modeled after the JFK Assassination Records Collection Act, aims to increase transparency and further open scientific research on UAPs. Schumer’s involvement in this issue demonstrates a significant shift in how high-ranking politicians are approaching the topic of UAPs.

“Americans need to know what is known and what is not known about these phenomena.” (July 2023)

“Transparency is the key to maintaining public trust regarding UAPs.” (July 2023)

Mike Rounds is a Republican Senator from South Dakota serving since 2015. As a member of the Senate Armed Services Committee, Rounds has shown a vested interest in national defense and security matters, including Unidentified Aerial Phenomena (UAP). In 2023, he supported bipartisan legislative efforts to increase transparency on UAPs, advocating for the declassification of government records related to UAP sightings. Rounds emphasizes the importance of understanding UAPs to address potential security threats adequately.

“We need a whole-of-government approach to understanding UAPs and their potential impact on national security.” (November 2021)

“Service members deserve a formal process to report UAPs and a scientific community to analyze them.” (December 2021)

“Our national security efforts rely on aerial supremacy, and these phenomena present a challenge to our dominance over the air.” (December 2021)

Kirsten Gillibrand, a Democratic United States Senator from New York, has been instrumental in advancing UAP-related legislation. As the Chairwoman of the Subcommittee on Emerging Threats and Capabilities for the Armed Services Committee, Gillibrand co-authored the amendment that established the All-domain Anomaly Resolution Office (AARO) within the Department of Defense. She has consistently emphasized the importance of investigating UAPs from a national security perspective.

“It’s time for the government to come clean and be transparent with the American people about what it knows regarding UAPs.” (July 2023)

“We have a responsibility to understand these phenomena and the potential threats they may pose.” (July 2023)

“I found the witnesses to be credible. I think we need to have more hearings like this.” (July 2023, after UAP hearing)

Nancy Mace, a Republican U.S. Representative from South Carolina’s 1st congressional district, has been serving since 2021. As a member of the House Oversight Committee, Mace has been actively involved in hearings and discussions related to UAPs. She has shown a keen interest in the topic, particularly during the July 2023 hearing where she questioned former intelligence officer David Grusch about his claims regarding non-human biologics. Mace’s approach to the UAP issue has been characterized by her direct questioning style and her emphasis on government transparency.

“This bill isn’t all about finding little green men or flying saucers, it’s about forcing the Pentagon and federal agencies to be transparent with the American people.” (May 2024)

“The Pentagon needs to be honest with the American people.” (August 2023)

“If they’re out there, they’re out there, and if they have this kind of technology, then they could turn us into a charcoal briquette.” (July 2023)

“We’re gonna get to the bottom of the UAP cover-up, and we’re gonna let the American people know what’s going on.” (July 2023)

Tim Burchett, a Republican U.S. Representative from Tennessee’s 2nd congressional district, has been one of the most outspoken members of Congress on the UAP issue. Serving since 2019, Burchett has consistently advocated for greater transparency and disclosure regarding UAPs. In May 2024, he introduced the UAP Transparency Act, which would require the declassification of all federal documents related to UAPs. Burchett’s approach to the topic has been characterized by his frank statements and his criticism of what he perceives as government secrecy surrounding UAPs.

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“As a veteran, I understand the importance of addressing any potential threats to our national security, including UAPs.” (July 2023)

“We must ensure that any information regarding UAPs is properly investigated and disclosed.” (July 2023)

Anna Paulina Luna is a Republican Congresswoman representing Florida’s 13th congressional district, elected in 2022. A U.S. Air Force veteran, Luna brings military experience to her role in Congress. In July 2023, she participated in the House Oversight Committee hearing on Unidentified Aerial Phenomena (UAP), expressing the need for transparency and thorough investigation. Luna emphasizes that understanding UAPs is vital for national security and public trust.

“We have things flying over our military bases and places where we’re conducting military exercises, and we don’t know what it is—it isn’t ours.” (June 2021)

“We cannot allow the stigma of UFOs to keep us from seriously investigating these encounters.” (May 2021)

Marco Rubio, the senior United States Senator from Florida and a Republican, has been a vocal advocate for UAP investigation and disclosure. Serving as the Vice Chairman of the Senate Select Committee on Intelligence, Rubio has consistently pushed for greater transparency and serious inquiry into UAP reports. He has been instrumental in including UAP-related provisions in intelligence authorization bills and has publicly stated the importance of investigating these phenomena for national security reasons. Rubio’s involvement has lent significant credibility to the UAP issue within Congress.

“The sheer number of reports, whistleblowers, and stories of unidentified anomalous phenomena raise real questions and warrant investigation and oversight.” (July 2023)

“We must approach the UAP issue with an open mind and a commitment to transparency.” (July 2023)

Robert Garcia is a Democratic Congressman representing California’s 42nd congressional district, elected in 2022. Formerly the Mayor of Long Beach, Garcia has a strong background in public service and governance. In July 2023, he participated in the House Oversight Committee hearing on Unidentified Aerial Phenomena (UAP), advocating for greater transparency and scientific investigation into UAP incidents. Garcia underscores the necessity of destigmatizing the topic to facilitate open dialogue and research.

“It’s important that we investigate UAPs to understand what we’re dealing with.” (June 2021)

“Removing the stigma from UAP reporting will help us collect better data and enhance our national security.” (June 2021)

Martin Heinrich is a Democratic Senator from New Mexico, serving since 2013. With a background in engineering and as a member of the Senate Select Committee on Intelligence, Heinrich has shown a keen interest in Unidentified Aerial Phenomena (UAP). He advocates for scientific inquiry into UAP sightings and supports efforts to destigmatize reporting within the military and intelligence communities. Heinrich emphasizes that understanding UAPs is essential for both national security and aviation safety.

“The American people deserve transparency on all issues related to UAPs. Our bipartisan effort will protect and better organize government materials related to UAPs and promote disclosure of this information.” (July 2023)

Todd Young, a Republican United States Senator from Indiana, has shown interest in the UAP topic as part of broader national security concerns. While not as outspoken as some of his colleagues, Young has supported bipartisan efforts to increase transparency around UAPs. His involvement in the UAP Disclosure Act of 2023 demonstrates his commitment to addressing this issue through legislative channels.

“It’s crucial that we investigate these UAPs to understand any potential threats to our nation.” (July 2023)

“We owe it to the American people to seek the truth about these unexplained occurrences.” (July 2023)

Eric Burlison is a Republican Congressman representing Missouri’s 7th congressional district, elected in 2022. With a background in business and state legislation, Burlison brings a focus on oversight and accountability to Congress. He has vocalized support for efforts to collect and analyze data on UAPs to safeguard national interests, and has continued to show his support for efforts to increase transparency around UAPs. While not as vocal as some of his colleagues on this issue, Burlison’s co-sponsorship of the UAP Transparency Act in 2024 indicates his interest in advancing public disclosure of UAP-related information.

Andy Ogles is a Republican Congressman representing Tennessee’s 5th congressional district, elected in 2022. With a background in business and public service at the state level, Ogles focuses on government accountability and fiscal responsibility. While he has not been prominently involved in Unidentified Aerial Phenomena (UAP) discussions, as a member of Congress, he may engage in related oversight activities pertaining to national security as they arise.

“Our national security depends on understanding and addressing the UAP issue.” (July 2023)

“We need to figure out whether these UAPs are foreign drones or something else entirely.” (June 2023)

Mike Gallagher is a Republican Congressman representing Wisconsin’s 8th congressional district since 2017. A former Marine intelligence officer, Gallagher focuses on national security and foreign policy. As Chairman of the House Select Committee on the Chinese Communist Party, he has raised concerns that some Unidentified Aerial Phenomena (UAP) might be advanced foreign technology. Gallagher advocates for robust investigation into UAPs to determine their origins and implications for national defense.

“The stigma surrounding UAPs has gotten in the way of good intelligence analysis.” (May 2022)

“UAPs are unexplained, it’s true. But they are real. They need to be investigated. And any threats they pose need to be mitigated.” (May 2022)

André Carson is a Democratic Congressman representing Indiana’s 7th congressional district since 2008. As a member of the House Permanent Select Committee on Intelligence, Carson has taken a leading role in congressional oversight of Unidentified Aerial Phenomena (UAP). He chaired the historic May 2022 public hearing on UAPs, the first in over 50 years, emphasizing the need for transparency and rigorous investigation. Carson advocates for destigmatizing UAP reporting within the military and intelligence communities.

Jared Moskowitz is a Democratic Congressman representing Florida’s 23rd congressional district, elected in 2022. Previously serving as the Director of the Florida Division of Emergency Management, Moskowitz is known for his leadership during crises and emphasis on public safety. While he has not been notably active in Unidentified Aerial Phenomena (UAP) discussions, his background suggests a commitment to addressing issues that impact public welfare and security.

“We need to approach this issue with an open mind and a scientific approach.” (2023)

“Transparency on UAPs is critical to maintaining public trust and ensuring our security.” (June 2021)

“Our national security efforts rely on aerial supremacy, and we need to know what these UAPs are.” (June 2021)

Raja Krishnamoorthi is a Democratic Congressman representing Illinois’s 8th congressional district since 2017. Serving on the House Permanent Select Committee on Intelligence and the Committee on Oversight and Reform, he focuses on national security and government transparency. In 2021, Krishnamoorthi co-signed letters requesting detailed information on Unidentified Aerial Phenomena (UAP) from intelligence agencies, emphasizing the need for comprehensive understanding and oversight.

Leslie Kean is an investigative journalist who has gained prominence for her research and reporting on UFO phenomena. Her 2010 book, UFOs: Generals, Pilots, and Government Officials Go on the Record, is a groundbreaking work that compiles credible, first-hand accounts from high-ranking military and government personnel regarding UFO encounters.

Kean was also instrumental in bringing the 2017 New York Times story to light, which revealed the Pentagon’s secret UFO program, the Advanced Aerospace Threat Identification Program (AATIP). Her journalism has contributed to serious public discussions on the legitimacy of UFO research and the need for government transparency on the subject.

Jacques Vallée is a French computer scientist, venture capitalist, and prominent UFO researcher who has significantly influenced the study of UFO phenomena. Initially an advocate of the extraterrestrial hypothesis, Vallée later developed the theory that UFOs may be interdimensional in nature, challenging the idea that they are simply physical craft from other planets.

His work has focused on the potential for UFOs to be part of a larger, unexplained phenomenon that interacts with human consciousness and has been present throughout history. Vallée has authored numerous influential books, such as Passport to Magonia, and remains a key figure in both scientific and UFO research circles.

Garry P. Nolan, born around 1961, is a prominent American immunologist, academic, inventor, and business executive. He serves as the Rachford and Carlota A. Harris Professor in the Department of Pathology at Stanford University School of Medicine. Nolan has made significant contributions to the fields of cancer research, immunology, and virology, and he has co-founded several biotechnology companies. His research interests encompass autoimmunity, inflammation, cancer, leukemia, and computational approaches in network and systems immunology. He is particularly noted for his work on single-cell analysis techniques and the development of various advanced imaging technologies used in medical research.

Nolan completed his undergraduate studies at Cornell University in 1983 and earned his PhD in genetics from Stanford University in 1989. His postdoctoral work at MIT under Nobel laureate David Baltimore led to the co-development of the 293T-based rapid retroviral production system, which is widely utilized in gene therapy. Over his career, he has published more than 300 scientific papers and holds over 40 patents related to his research innovations.

In recent years, Nolan has gained attention for his involvement in ufology, particularly regarding Unidentified Aerial Phenomena (UAP). He has publicly stated his belief that extraterrestrial intelligence has visited Earth and has participated in various discussions and studies related to this topic. His work includes analyzing materials associated with UFO sightings and collaborating with government agencies on related research. In 2023, he co-founded The Sol Foundation to further explore the implications of UAP on policy and science.

Nolan's unique blend of expertise in immunology and interest in extraterrestrial phenomena has positioned him as a key figure in both scientific and public discussions surrounding these topics.

James Fox is a prominent documentary filmmaker who has carved a niche for himself in the realm of UFO and extraterrestrial phenomena. Born on April 25, 1968, in England, Fox moved to the United States, where he developed a passion for uncovering mysteries and bringing them to the screen.

His career took off with the release of "Out of the Blue" in 2003, a documentary that delves into UFO sightings and encounters, featuring interviews with high-ranking military officials and astronauts. This film set the tone for his future work, establishing him as a credible voice in the field of UFO research.

Fox continued to build on this foundation with "I Know What I Saw" in 2009, which further explored eyewitness accounts of UFOs and included testimonies from pilots and government officials. His meticulous approach to documenting these phenomena earned him respect among both skeptics and believers.

In 2020, Fox released "The Phenomenon," a comprehensive documentary that examines decades of UFO sightings and government investigations. The film received widespread attention for its in-depth analysis and inclusion of newly declassified information, solidifying Fox's reputation as a leading figure in UFO documentaries.

In addition to his work on UFOs, James Fox has also directed documentaries on environmental issues. "Pretty Slick," for instance, focuses on the aftermath of the Deepwater Horizon oil spill, showcasing his versatility as a filmmaker concerned with pressing global issues.

Beyond his films, Fox actively engages with audiences through appearances on podcasts like "The Joe Rogan Experience," where he shares insights from his investigations. His dedication to uncovering hidden truths and presenting them in an accessible format has made him a respected and influential figure in documentary filmmaking.

Hal Puthoff is a physicist, inventor, and researcher best known for his pioneering work in advanced energy technologies, quantum vacuum engineering, and investigations into UFO phenomena and remote viewing. He has held positions at prestigious institutions such as SRI International, where he led classified research on psychic phenomena and developed the controversial Stargate Project, which studied remote viewing for potential military applications.

Puthoff's work extends into the fields of zero-point energy and the exploration of breakthrough propulsion systems, where he seeks to harness the underlying energy of the quantum vacuum. He has also contributed significantly to the study of unidentified aerial phenomena (UAP), serving as a key figure in projects investigating the potential scientific and technological implications of these encounters. His research bridges the gap between cutting-edge science, consciousness studies, and the exploration of phenomena that challenge conventional understanding.

George Knapp is an American television investigative journalist, news anchor, and talk radio host on Coast-Coast AM. Since 1995, George has been the chief reporter on Channel 8's I-Team investigative unit. In that capacity, he has earned five regional Edward R. Murrow awards and two national Edward R. Murrow award for his investigative stories, and is a nine-time winner of the Associated Press Mark Twain Award for best Newswriting.

His investigative reports have been recognized awarded the highest honors in broadcast journalism, including the DuPont Award from Columbia University and the Peabody Award (twice). He has also won 24 regional Emmys. In 1990 his series about UFOs was selected by United Press International as best in the nation for Individual Achievement by a Journalist.

Robert Bigelow is an American entrepreneur and aerospace executive, best known as the founder of Bigelow Aerospace.

He gained prominence not only for his work in space technology but also for his deep interest in UFO phenomena and the paranormal. Bigelow’s company was a major contractor for the Pentagon's Advanced Aerospace Threat Identification Program (AATIP), which studied UFO encounters.

He also funded significant research into unexplained phenomena, including purchasing Skinwalker Ranch, a site famous for paranormal activity. Through Bigelow Aerospace Advanced Space Studies (BAASS), he spearheaded investigations into UFOs and related phenomena, positioning himself as a leading figure in the intersection of aerospace innovation and extraterrestrial inquiry.

Kenneth Arnold was an American private pilot and businessman who became famous for reporting one of the first widely publicized UFO sightings in modern history. On June 24, 1947, while flying near Mount Rainier in Washington, Arnold claimed to have seen nine mysterious objects flying in formation at high speeds.

His description of their movement as "like a saucer if you skip it across the water" led to the popularization of the term "flying saucer." Arnold’s sighting marked the beginning of a wave of UFO reports in the United States and helped launch the modern era of UFO phenomena, sparking both public fascination and government interest in the subject.

Dr. Eric Davis is a physicist and researcher known for his work in theoretical physics and his involvement in the study of unidentified aerial phenomena (UAP). He worked with Bigelow Aerospace and is noted for authoring a 2004 report suggesting the potential for exotic propulsion systems based on UFO sightings. Davis has also provided testimonies before Congress on UAP research and has claimed that the U.S. government has possession of materials from off-world vehicles.

Dr. Eric Davis is also known for his alleged involvement in the controversial Wilson-Davis Memo, a document that purportedly details a 2002 meeting between Davis and former Admiral Thomas Wilson. In the memo, Davis claims Wilson discussed being denied access to a classified program involving the retrieval and reverse engineering of extraterrestrial technology. The memo has been widely debated but remains unverified.

Tom DeLonge is an American musician, best known as the co-founder and former lead vocalist/guitarist of the rock band Blink-182. Beyond his music career, DeLonge has become a prominent figure in the UFO research community.

He founded To The Stars Academy of Arts & Science, an organization focused on exploring UFO phenomena, government transparency, and advanced technologies. DeLonge's interest in extraterrestrial life led to partnerships with former government officials and intelligence officers to push for disclosure of classified information on UFOs. His efforts contributed to mainstream attention on the subject, including government confirmation of UAP footage and ongoing investigations.

Budd Hopkins was an American artist and pioneering UFO researcher, particularly known for his work on abduction phenomena. Hopkins conducted numerous interviews and investigations of individuals who claimed to have been abducted by extraterrestrials, helping to popularize the concept through his books such as "Missing Time" (1981) and "Intruders" (1987). He founded the Intruders Foundation, dedicated to research into abduction experiences.

Dr. Michio Kaku is an American theoretical physicist and a leading figure in string theory. He is a professor at the City College of New York and an influential author and speaker, known for explaining complex scientific topics to the public.

Kaku has written several best-selling books, appeared on numerous TV programs, and hosted radio shows focused on the future of science and technology. He often discusses the possibility of advanced extraterrestrial civilizations, space exploration, and the future of humanity's technological evolution. His work has made him a prominent figure in both academia and popular science outreach.

On UAP: “Well, I’m a physicist, and therefore we go frame by frame looking at these videotapes. We know, for example, that these objects are flying between Mach 3 and Mach 20, 20 times the speed of sound.

They can zigzag and have G-forces in the hundreds, and they can drop 80,000 feet in just a few seconds. […] These objects can go under-water as well. We have nothing like that, that can go under-water, drop 80,000 feet in a few seconds and fly up Mach 20 to the edge of space. We have nothing at that level of technology.

That’s why we need more data, more hearings on this, to resolve it once and for all. If we were given the wreckage, we physicists could analyze the metal or the chips and determine where the object came from. Like I tell my friends, the next time you’re kidnapped by a flying saucer, for God’s sake, steal something! Take anything from an extraterrestrial civilization—we need the hard data.

That’s what we live and die by—the hard data." - 2023 Interview.

Ralph Blumenthal is an American journalist and author known for his investigative reporting, particularly on UFOs. A longtime reporter for The New York Times, Blumenthal was part of the team that broke the 2017 story revealing the Pentagon's secretive Advanced Aerospace Threat Identification Program (AATIP), which investigated UFO sightings by military personnel. He has also authored books on organized crime, Nazi war criminals, and his latest, The Believer: Alien Encounters, Hard Science, and the Passion of John Mack, focuses on the Harvard psychiatrist who researched the abduction phenomena.

Dr. John Mack was a Pulitzer Prize-winning psychiatrist and professor at Harvard Medical School who gained prominence for his controversial research on alien abductions. Initially a respected expert in psychology, Mack shifted focus in the 1990s to exploring the experiences of individuals who claimed to have been abducted by extraterrestrials. Rather than dismissing these accounts as delusions, Mack viewed them through a psychological and spiritual lens, believing they reflected profound transformations in consciousness. His work sparked debate within the academic community but also helped legitimize serious research into the phenomenon. He authored several influential books on the topic, including Abduction: Human Encounters with Aliens.

Laurance Rockefeller was an American businessman, philanthropist, and member of the prominent Rockefeller family. Known for his investments in environmental causes and scientific endeavors, he became a key figure in UFO research during the 1990s. Rockefeller funded various initiatives aimed at investigating the existence of extraterrestrial life and the UFO phenomenon, including supporting researchers and scientists involved in the field. He also backed the Rockefeller Initiative, which sought to urge the U.S. government to release information on UFOs. His interest in both the environment and the possibility of extraterrestrial contact underscored his broader vision for humanity's future.

Linda Moulton Howe is an award-winning investigative journalist and documentary filmmaker, best known for her work on UFOs, cattle mutilations, and unexplained phenomena. She gained prominence in the 1980s with her documentary A Strange Harvest, which examined the mysterious deaths of livestock attributed to extraterrestrial activity.

Over the years, Howe has investigated various aspects of UFO sightings, government secrecy, and alleged extraterrestrial contact, often featuring whistleblowers and insiders in her reports. She has authored several books and regularly speaks at conferences, continuing to be a major figure in the field of UFO research and paranormal investigations.

Dr. Diana Pasulka is a professor of religious studies at the University of North Carolina, Wilmington, and an author known for her work examining the intersection of UFO phenomena, technology, and spirituality.

Her book American Cosmic: UFOs, Religion, Technology explores how belief in extraterrestrial life influences modern culture and how advanced technology can evoke religious-like experiences. Pasulka’s research blends UFO studies with discussions on human consciousness, belief systems, and the ways in which modern society interacts with the unknown. Her unique perspective has made her a significant voice in the academic study of UFOs and their cultural impact.

Randall Nickerson is a filmmaker and UFO researcher best known for his documentary Ariel Phenomenon, which investigates the 1994 Ariel School UFO encounter in Zimbabwe.

The film focuses on the accounts of over 60 schoolchildren who claimed to have witnessed an unidentified craft and beings during a school recess. Nickerson spent more than a decade researching and interviewing witnesses, now adults, who maintain their experiences of the event. His meticulous work has contributed to preserving the credibility of the Ariel School sighting as one of the most compelling mass UFO sightings in history, and his documentary has brought renewed attention to the incident in both UFO and media circles.

Dr. Beatriz Villarroel is a researcher in astronomy at the Nordic Institute for Theoretical Physics (Nordita) in Stockholm. She leads the Vanishing & Appearing Sources during a Century of Observations (VASCO) project (www.vascoproject.org) and the EXOPROBE project. The VASCO project searches for vanishing stars with the help of automated methods as well as a citizen science project. Among the most interesting results from the VASCO project are the findings of anomalous “multiple transients” of unknown origin. EXOPROBE, that is a recently launched project, aims to find and locate an extraterrestrial probe in the Solar System.

In 2012, Beatriz Villarroel received a Crafoord scholarship for young astronomers from the Royal Swedish Academy of Sciences for her research about quasars. In 2021, Beatriz Villarroel won the L’Oreal-UNESCO For Women in Science prize in Sweden for the VASCO project. In 2022, she was selected as one of 15 world-wide L’Oreal-UNESCO For Women in Science “International Rising Talents”. In 2023, she gave a TEDx talk in Zurich on the topic “Why we should search for alien artifacts”. In September 2023, she received Heterodox Academy’s Open Inquiry Award for Courage.

(Bio from Sol Foundation website)

Dr. Avi Loeb is a Harvard astrophysicist, author, and former chair of the Department of Astronomy at Harvard University. He gained international attention for his controversial hypothesis that the interstellar object 'Oumuamua, which passed through the solar system in 2017, could be an artificial probe of extraterrestrial origin.

Loeb has been a vocal advocate for exploring unconventional explanations for astronomical phenomena, emphasizing the importance of open-minded scientific inquiry into the possibility of intelligent life beyond Earth. He is also the head of the Galileo Project, an initiative aimed at searching for evidence of alien technology in Earth's vicinity. Loeb’s work, including his book Extraterrestrial: The First Sign of Intelligent Life Beyond Earth, has sparked debates in the scientific community and brought widespread attention to the search for extraterrestrial intelligence (SETI).

Jeremy Corbell is a filmmaker, artist, and UFO researcher recognized for his work documenting UFO phenomena and government secrecy. Corbell has produced several high-profile documentaries, including Bob Lazar: Area 51 & Flying Saucers and Hunt for the Skinwalker, which investigate well-known cases and whistleblower accounts related to UFOs and paranormal activities.

His work has helped bring public attention to previously classified or obscure information, and he frequently collaborates with military personnel and insiders to uncover new details about unexplained events. Corbell is also active in the media, discussing recent developments in UFO research and advocating for greater transparency.

Jeremy Corbell co-hosts the podcast "Weaponized" alongside investigative journalist George Knapp. The podcast explores UFO phenomena, government secrecy, and other mysteries, often featuring interviews with insiders and experts in the field.