The water cycle in ALMA: every drop counts
In the world's driest desert, water is a critical resource. At ALMA, every drop has a long and carefully planned journey, from its source to its reuse. Behind this process is the team led by Donald Tait, Contracts and Facilities Group (CFG) Manager, along with shift supervisors Pablo Pistoia...
A JOURNEY INTO SPACE FROM EARTH: OPEN HOUSE 2025 AT ALMA
We strive to obtain and generate transformational science daily, year by year. But none of this is worthwhile if it is not shared with everyone. To commemorate Chile’s Astronomy Day, celebrated every 21st of March, ALMA and its partners once again opened their doors to welcome...
Celebrating 12 years of ALMA: A journey to the stars
High in the Atacama Desert, under one of the clearest skies in the world, ALMA began its mission 12 years ago to explore the far reaches of the universe. Since then, this ambitious scientific project has transformed our understanding of the cosmos, uncovering secrets ranging from...
Empowering Teams: First Quarter Ombuds Training Sessions at ALMA
Since she was appointed ALMA and ESO Ombuds, Tahirih Varner has been visiting various sites with a clear purpose: to promote a healthy and collaborative work environment. Since February, she has led training sessions focused on conflict resolution and management at several locations, including Paranal and,...
Internal Communications Move to EPO: A Unified Strategy for ALMA
To enhance engagement and alignment across the Observatory, ALMA's Internal Communications leadership is transitioning from Human Resources (HR) to the Education & Public Outreach (EPO) team. This change integrates internal and external communications into a single group, ensuring a more cohesive and impactful approach. ALMA Director...
Stars of Collaboration: Fabiola Norambuena shines at ALMA
At ALMA, we are proud to have Fabiola Norambuena, Software Engineer Trainee, recognized with the prestigious Fundamental Statements 2025 award. This award highlights the value of Collaboration, an essential pillar in our organization and a quality that Fabiola embodies in her projects.Career at ALMA Since joining...
Asaki-san, the explorer of the universe with respect and diversity
Yoshiharu Asaki-san's passion for astronomy and respect for diversity have made him a benchmark at ALMA. His dedication has been recognized with the Fundamental Statements Award for Respect and Diversity, a testament to his commitment to excellence and cross-cultural collaboration. Discover his inspiring career, his vision...