Pioneering Space Innovation with Purpose
As Illinois’s first space weather startup, we turn scientific discovery into real-world resilience through AI-powered space technologies.
From Earth to Orbit: Science Into Impact
HexaF Innovations LLC is a research and development company at the intersection of space physics, advanced modeling, and AI.
Founded to turn scientific breakthroughs into real-world solutions, we develop next-generation technologies that improve space weather forecasting, satellite safety, and defense-relevant applications, protecting critical infrastructure from solar threats.
Our Mission
We create smart technologies using AI and physics to solve big challenges in space, Earth’s orbit, and national security.
Our Vision
To lead global space innovation by building tools that support research, protect infrastructure, and enable sustainable exploration.
Our Team
M. Fraz Bashir, Ph.D.
With expertise in AI and space weather, Dr. Bashir leads HexaF Innovations to develop intelligent solutions for the space industry. A researcher at UCLA and founder of HexaF, Dr. Bashir drives the mission to advance space exploration through AI.
Bilal Gondal, MD., MRCSI.
Dr. Gondal, leveraging his extensive past medical experience, provides expert guidance on human health challenges associated with spaceflight and extreme environments, including deep-space missions. His expertise supports HexaF Innovations in integrating space medicine research into AI-driven next-generation space technologies.
VINCENT LEDVINA
With deep experience in auroral science and high-latitude research, Mr. Ledvina supports HexaF with his strengths in auroral observations, data-driven analysis, and physical interpretation, critical for building trustworthy models beyond black-box AI.
