Who works at ALMA?

We have discussed widely the technologies and processes that made ALMA possible. Nevertheless, there could be no observatory if there were not people from more than 20 countries and many disciplines working together for a unique objective.

In this episode, Felipe Salinas, Human Resources Officer from ALMA, talks with us about the diversity of workers and the efforts that ALMA is currently making to be more diverse regarding genders.

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.