Exploring the Cosmos with JWST and Hubble

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About this research opportunity

Students will learn about a key component of astronomy research: accessing observations and data analysis, particularly how to utilize open access astronomical data sets. The class research goal is to access public data from JWST and Hubble and to use the data to measure properties of galaxies and investigate galaxy evolution through utilizing common software observational astronomers use including Python programming.

Eligibility

You have to be an ASU Online student enrolled in a degree program offered through the School of Earth and Space Exploration or in a related degree program offered by other departments within The College of Liberal Arts & Sciences.

Mentor(s)
Dr. Karen Knierman and Dr. Teresa Ashcraft
Course credit?
Yes
How to apply

Enroll in SES 350 for spring B and/or instructor approval

Contact information

Contact: Dr. Teresa Ashcraft (teresa.ashcraft@asu.edu)

Additional program details

Number of students being recruited
16
Modality
Remote
Duration
7.5 Weeks
Hours per week
15
Semester(s)
spring
Year(s)
2023