Ufology is a science devoted to the study of unidentified flying objects (UFOs) has always aroused the interest of the general public and attracted the attention of both scientists and military specialists. In recent years, this phenomenon has gained new relevance amid the emergence of new data and evidence. Let us consider the key figures who play an important role in the study of UFOs and the anomalies associated with this phenomenon.
1. John Ramirez (former CIA officer)
John Ramirez is an ex-employee of the U.S. Central Intelligence Agency who claims to have had access to classified material relating to UFO sightings. Ramirez claims that the CIA and other U.S. intelligence agencies have known about the existence of UFOs and even the possibility of contact with extraterrestrial civilizations for decades. Despite the lack of public evidence, Ramirez's claims have become an important argument in favor of government agencies hiding information about the UFO phenomenon. In his work, he insists on the need for transparency and further investigation.
2. Simon Holland (professor, NASA and BBC documentarian)
Simon Holland, a professor and renowned documentary filmmaker, has long worked with organizations such as NASA and the BBC to produce films on the subject of space and anomalies. His work explores facets of the scientific approach to anomalies and facts that are often overlooked in academia. Holland emphasizes pushing the boundaries of traditional perceptions of the cosmos by drawing attention to phenomena that are poorly understood and difficult to explain, making him a significant figure in media ufology. He stated that scientists involved in the Breakthrough Listen project have discovered clear evidence of a non-human technological civilization. The signal, which is a five-hour burst of radio waves, was recorded and has become a stumbling block for the scientific community. According to Holland, two competing groups of astronomers are currently in a tight race to be the first to publish this landmark discovery.
3. David Fravor (ex-U.S. Admiral)
David Fravor is a retired U.S. Navy officer best known for his testimony about the 2004 UFO incident off the coast of California. Fravor and his crew recorded on radar and visually observed an object known as a “Tic Tac” that exhibited maneuvers impossible in terms of modern aerodynamics. This evidence was supported by official video footage declassified by the Pentagon in 2017. Fravor became one of the first high-ranking military officials to publicly report such encounters, giving the UFO phenomenon new weight in the eyes of the public and scientific community.
4. David Grush (formerly of the U.S. National Office of Naval Space Intelligence)
David Grush is an ex-employee of the U.S. National Office of Naval Space Intelligence, known for his recent revelations that the U.S. government may be in possession of extraterrestrial vehicle fragments and even studying the remains of unknown life forms. His statements were part of the public discussion during the 2023 U.S. Congressional hearing on the topic of anomalous aerial phenomena (AAVs). Pears called for further investigation and full transparency in the study of UFOs and related objects.
5. Glen VanHerk (head of the North American Aerospace Defense Command)
General Glen VanHerk, who heads the North American Aerospace Defense Command (NORAD), leads the defense of U.S. and Canadian airspace. In recent years, due to an increasing number of UFO sightings near strategic installations and military bases, VanHerk has advocated for closer monitoring and analysis of such phenomena. His interest in UFOs stems from national security concerns, as unidentified objects can pose a threat to airspace.
6. Sean Kirkpatrick (Director of AARO - Office of Comprehensive Anomaly Research)
Sean Kirkpatrick is one of the key figures in ufology in the United States today. As Director of the Office of Comprehensive Anomaly Research Office (AARO), he is responsible for coordinating the research and analysis of anomalous phenomena that have been observed both in airspace, space and underwater. His job involves integrating data from various military, intelligence, and scientific agencies. Focusing on a scientific approach to the study of UFOs, Kirkpatrick calls for increased coordination in the field to produce reliable data.
7. Abraham Loeb (Professor of Astronomy at Harvard University)
Abraham Loeb, who heads Harvard's astronomy department, stands out among scientists for his boldness in discussing the possibility of extraterrestrial civilizations. Loeb became known for his hypothesis that the interstellar object Oumuamua observed in 2017 could have been of artificial origin. Loeb actively promotes the idea that Earth should not just look for signals from extraterrestrial civilizations, but also physical
