Who's paying for all this?

The construction cost of ALMA is estimated at over a billion US dollars, and every year of operation involves millions of dollars of investment and resources. Twenty-one countries from all around the world have collaborated to make this feat happen. In this episode, Cristian Puentes, ALMA Director of Finance and Administration, will explain to us how they manage the investments from many countries' public money in benefit to the pursuit of knowledge about the Cosmos that is revolutionizing astronomy.

What is ALMA Little Universe?

Journey into the 'Little Universe of ALMA' and uncover the wonders of our cosmic origins. In bite-sized episodes ranging from 3 to 6 minutes, delve into the intricacies of the ALMA Observatory, stationed in the heart of the Atacama Desert. Discover galaxies shrouded in stardust, the first-ever image of a black hole, and even a simplified form of sugar, all made possible by 66 colossal antennas that peer into the Universe with unparalleled depth. Embark on this enlightening journey and learn how ALMA connects us to the vast expanse of the Cosmos.

This podcast was produced by Paige Cromley during her internship at ALMA from Princeton University.