General position in working on existing telescope data. Could involve converting raw data to science-quality data, or on analyzing data that are already science-quality. Data are imaging or spectroscopy of comets and/or asteroids, or science products in text or imaging databases. All projects have an overarching science goal of understanding the physical, compositional, and surficial properties of Solar System bodies. There are a few projects available, and we’re willing to tune a project to fit the skillset of the applicant. Time commitment (average hours per week) can be adjusted to fit the applicant’s academic schedule.
Project Dates
Start Date: 1/6/2025 - End Date: 4/25/2025
Students Needed
Type of Project
Individual
Student Responsibilities
Make weekly progress on the defined project, and meet weekly with the research group to discuss.
Time Commitment
5 hour(s)
Student Requirements
Hardware: Access to their own laptop computer. Previous experience: Some programming ability would be very useful. But if not, then some spreadsheeting ability could suffice. Coursework: Highly desirable are AST 2002, and either PHY 2048 or PHY 2053.
Interested in Working With the Following Programs
For EXCEL URE Students Only
Additional Notes