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Asaki-san, the explorer of the universe with respect and diversity

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 of working in a multicultural environment and some of his personal interests that...

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THE STARS VOICE | YOUR OPINION SHAPES ALMA’S FUTURE

THE STARS VOICE | YOUR OPINION SHAPES ALMA’S FUTURE

Time is running out! Only a few days remain to participate in the Internal Communications Survey 2025. Don’t miss this opportunity to share your feedback and help shape the next stage of internal communications at ALMA. It only takes 5 minutes, but your input will have a lasting impact!Click HERE  The world is changing faster than ever, and so...

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Shutdown 2025: Preserving the vision of the Universe

Shutdown 2025: Preserving the vision of the Universe

The arid landscape of the Chajnantor Plateau will temporarily fall silent as ALMA enters its annual maintenance period. Meticulously planned a year in advance, this critical window ensures uninterrupted operation and the efficiency of our equipment. From January 29 to February 7, 2025, operations will pause for intensive maintenance. This period coincides with the challenging altiplanic winter, a season...

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ALMA at AAS 245: Showcasing our Scientific Excellence

ALMA at AAS 245: Showcasing our Scientific Excellence

From January 12 to 16, 2025, ALMA was prominently featured at the 245th American Astronomical Society (AAS) meeting in National Harbor, Maryland. The conference brought together leading astronomers, educators, students, and journalists to discuss the latest advancements in astronomy. ALMA’s presence was strong, with numerous scientific presentations, a well-attended workshop on the Wideband Sensitivity Upgrade (WSU), and productive interactions...

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“Curiosity is the engine that drives progress”

“Curiosity is the engine that drives progress”

Cristian Navarro, our Radio Technician I, was recognized with the prestigious Curiosity Award 2024 for his dedication to ALMA's essential purpose: curiosity. With almost 14 years at the observatory, Cristian plays a key role in maintaining the technological infrastructure that supports ALMA's scientific operations.A career marked by passion Since joining ALMA in 2011, after leading IT infrastructure projects, Cristian...

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THE STARS VOICE | YOUR OPINION SHAPES ALMA’S FUTURE

We want to hear your experiences

In 2018 we took on the challenge of improving our processes, systems and communication channels to strengthen our identity and organisational culture and for that, we conducted our first Internal Communications survey, in 2021 we applied a second version, and today we invite you to participate in the third edition of this measurement, which will allow us to continue...

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