Pt. 3 Detectable Signatures - Joshua Pierson

Welcome to part 3 of our series exploring Dr. Joshua Pierson's dissertation on Unidentified Aerospace Phenomena (UAP). In this episode, we delve deeper into Dr. Pierson's research titled "Detectable Signatures of Unidentified Aerospace Phenomena: Building an Intelligence Picture of Capabilities Through Structured Analytic Techniques." Dr. Joshua Pierson brings a wealth of experience to UAP studies. He offers a unique perspective as an active US Army Warrant Officer with 24 years in intelligence and national security. His association with the Scientific Coalition for UAP Studies (SCU) further enhances his credibility in this area. His work stands out for its rigorous approach to gathering and analyzing UAP data. His research methodology involved reviewing 2,368 UAP reports, narrowing them down to 684 cases worthy of investigation. This process led to the identification of 42 distinct signatures potentially associated with UAP. One of the most intriguing aspects of Dr. Pierson's work is how it compares to the All-domain Anomaly Resolution Office (AARO) efforts. Our discussion suggests that Dr. Pierson's methods have been more effective in gathering intelligence and information on UAP, offering what are described as "certainties" based on real data. We'll discuss how Dr. Pierson conducted this research while battling cancer, adding a personal dimension to his work. This aspect of his journey underscores his dedication to the field and inspires his academic achievements. A key focus of this episode will be Dr. Pierson's use of structured analytic techniques in building an intelligence picture of UAP capabilities. We'll break down how these methods contribute to a more comprehensive understanding of UAP phenomena.