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Brianna Sampson

@briannasampson

I analyze astronomical data and build Python research tools.

Trinidad and Tobago
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I've developed Python code to investigate galaxy candidates through the National Radio Astronomy Observatory's RADIAL program, calibrating data, conducting visual inspections, and presenting research at the 243rd American Astronomical Society Convention.

At the University of Wisconsin–Madison, I collaborated with the AGN Jets Group on the startup process for software to recognize and categorize Active Galactic Nuclei triples. I also investigated cosmic ray detectors and muography as potential tools to enhance hurricane prediction in the Caribbean.

I'm completing a B.Sc. General with a Major in Physics at The University of the West Indies, with experience in data interpretation, statistical analysis, astronomy, astrophysics, and physics-based experimentation.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

National Radio Astronomy Observatory logoNO

Remote Near-to-Peer Mentor

National Radio Astronomy Observatory

Jun 2024 - Aug 2024 (2 months)

Conducted weekly meeting check-ins with RADIAL interns to discuss their experience and challenges. Brainstormed solutions with the Internship Coordinator and helped implement changes to improve the interns' experience.

National Radio Astronomy Observatory logoNO

RADIAL Intern

National Radio Astronomy Observatory

Jun 2023 - Aug 2024 (1 year 2 months)

Developed code in Python to investigate galaxy candidates, visually inspected them, calibrated data against another data set, and presented research at the 243 American Astronomical Society Convention.

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

The University of the West Indies, St. Augustine logoTA

The University of the West Indies, St. Augustine

B.Sc. General, Physics

2022 - 2025

Pursued a B.Sc. General with a major in Physics, covering mechanics, thermodynamics, quantum mechanics, astronomy, and astrophysics.

SJ

St. Joseph’s Convent, St. Joseph

High School Diploma, General Studies

2014 - 2021

Activities and societies: Valedictorian 2019; Head Girl 2020-2021

Completed secondary education, achieving CAPE qualifications in Applied Mathematics, Chemistry, Physics, Pure Mathematics, Caribbean Studies, and Communication Studies, and CSEC qualifications in Mathematics, English, Spanish, Physics, Chemistry, Biology, and Additional Mathematics.

Tech stack

Software and tools used professionally

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