Since its creation in 2012, the Permanent Power Supply (PPS) team —part of the Infrastructure Maintenance Group (IMG)— has been responsible for generating and distributing power throughout the observatory. “Electricity is the heart of ALMA, so this team — and the entire engineering group — strives to ensure that the supply is of the highest quality and as stable...
The ongoing updating of our document reinforces the values that give meaning to our culture: excellence, respect and diversity, collaboration, and care. At ALMA, we believe that good coexistence is the basis of everything: great discoveries, teamwork, and the trust that unites us. For this reason, the update to the Code of Ethics and Conduct maintains the high standards...
Cybersecurity is not just about technology: it is also about self-care, awareness, and good daily practices. From identifying suspicious emails to handling internal information responsibly, every action counts. Protecting our information is part of everyone's job at ALMA. Staying alert and practicing digital self-care helps prevent incidents and strengthen our security culture. Responsible behavior in cyberspace: • Carefully check...
This month, ALMA says goodbye to a beloved colleague: Lorenzo Martínez-Conde, who closes an important chapter in his life after years of dedication, learning, and service at the observatory. Lorenzo recalls with particular emotion the inauguration of ALMA, a milestone he felt part of after working on the construction of almost all the antennas: from fiber optics to pointing...
As every year, during Science Month we develop an intense agenda of outreach activities, with the purpose of bringing astronomy and understanding of the universe closer to diverse audiences, from students and families to local communities. Through these activities, ALMA reaffirms its commitment to scientific outreach as a bridge between science and society, strengthening the link between astronomical knowledge,...
With the end of Cycle 11, ALMA celebrates its most successful period since the start of operations. The observatory delivered an unprecedented 4,496 hours of science-quality data on the 12-meter Array — exceeding the 4,250 hours achieved in Cycle 10. This marks the second consecutive year in which ALMA has set a new benchmark for observing time, highlighting its...