La campaña VLBI 2026 monitoreará un agujero negro a lo largo del tiempo
In January 2026, ALMA successfully conducted the first observations for a new VLBI monitoring project, marking the start of an ambitious effort that will continue through March–May this year. Unlike previous campaigns, which focused on short observing windows, this project will monitor the same target over weeks and months,...
PDD: conversaciones que impulsan nuestro desarrollo
The Performance & Development Dialogue (PDD) is an invitation to take a moment to pause: look back on the year, have an honest conversation, and plan for what's next. More than just a task, it's a chance to strengthen the relationship between each person and their...
All-Hands Q4: logros compartidos con la mirada en 2026
On November 27, a new edition of All-Hands was held, where the ALMA community reviewed the scientific, operational, and organizational milestones of recent months with a view to 2026. “It is essential to recognize the observatory's achievements, especially because they are the reason why ALMA works...
Power Plant: la energía que mantiene a ALMA en las alturas
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...
Código de Ética y Conducta ALMA: comprometidos con la integridad, la convivencia y el respeto
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,...
Día Internacional de la Ciberseguridad: pequeñas acciones, gran impacto
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...
Lorenzo Martínez-Conde y su despedida de ALMA: “estudia y sueña más”
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...






