The Wideband Sensitivity Upgrade (WSU) program is one of ALMA's strategic pillars for the 2030s and will mark a turning point in its contribution to global science. This initiative will transform the way we observe the universe by increasing the bandwidth and sensitivity of the observing...

During the last week of June, ALMA experienced extraordinary weather conditions: heavy snowfall covered the Array Operation Site (AOS), and even some snow covered the Operation Support Facility (OSF). An event like this one, caused by a cold front that generated winds of up to 100...

With the aim of improving the day-to-day lives of those who work at ALMA, the Experience Committee was formed in 2023, a working group that arose from an agreement between the organisation and both unions during the last collective bargaining negotiations. This committee aims to ensure...

Dear ALMA Colleagues, We’re excited to invite you to two engaging and practical training sessions led by our Ombuds, Tahirih Varner, during her upcoming visit to the OSF. These sessions are designed to help us build a more respectful, understanding, and collaborative workplace, whether you're managing a...

We invite you to join ARA’s Soccer, an opportunity to play with ALMA staff, promote respect, foster camaraderie, and enhance teamwork and collaboration. All ALMA staff, as well as ESO and AUI personnel, are welcome to participate. Laura Gómez, Activity Coordinator and Astronomer with the Data...

At the heart of scientific and technological innovation lies the spirit of collaboration. This principle was evident during Workshop #13 ACS, a meeting that brought together ALMA and CTAO developers, engineers, and software specialists to advance the ALMA Common Software (ACS) framework. Held at the Cherenkov...