Emily Stewart Lakdawalla (born February 8, 1975) is an American planetary geologist and Senior Editor of The Planetary Society, contributing as both a science writer and a blogger.
She has also worked as a teacher and as an environmental consultant.
She has performed research work in geology, Mars topography, and science communication and education.
Lakdawalla is a science advocate on various social media platforms, interacting with space professionals and enthusiasts on Facebook, Google+ and Twitter.
She has appeared on such media outlets as NPR, BBC and BBC America.