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Sevgi Kaya

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Astronomy student and astrophysics intern at TÜBITAK who analyzed exoplanet transits using Python and TRUBA HPC.

Turkey
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At TÜBITAK Temel Bilimler Araştırma Enstitüsü, I worked with astrophysicist Ekrem Oguzhan Angüner on exoplanet transit analyses. I used Python to process light-curve data and support model fitting, running analyses on the TRUBA high-performance computing server.

At Türkiye Ulusal Gözlemevleri, I reduced long-slit spectra with IRAF and analyzed photometry with PHOEBE. I also participated in observing projects using the T100 telescope and remote observations with the RTT150.

At Kreiken Rasathanesi, I participated in photometry and spectroscopy observations with several telescopes, and analyzed CCD images using AstroImageJ and Maxim DL. I also helped visitors observe planets and produced astronomy animations and videos for a social media audience of 30,000 followers.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

KR

Bilim İletişimcisi

Kreiken Rasathanesi

Oct 2023 - Mar 2026 (2 years 5 months)

Participated in public sky observation events, setting up telescopes and guiding visitors in planet observations. Produced astronomy-focused animations and videos, reaching a social media audience of 30,000 followers.

KR

Gece Gözlemcisi

Kreiken Rasathanesi

Sep 2023 - Mar 2026 (2 years 6 months)

Participated in photometric and spectroscopic observations using T20, T35, T40, and T80 telescopes, ensuring smooth operation during night observations. Captured images with CCD cameras and analyzed them using AstroImageJ and Maxim DL.

MM

ECHO Takım Lideri

Mars on Earth Project (MoEP)

Sep 2024 - Oct 2025 (1 year 1 month)

Led Earth-Moon-Earth Communication (EME) studies using Yagi and 5-meter dish antennas, and supported theoretical work by preparing presentations on EME.

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Stajyer

TÜBİTAK Temel Bilimler Araştırma Enstitüsü

Aug 2025 - Sep 2025 (1 month)

Performed exoplanet transit analysis with astrophysicist Ekrem Oguzhan Angüner, processing light curve data and model fitting using Python on the TRUBA high-performance computing server.

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Stajyer

Türkiye Ulusal Gözlemevleri

Jun 2025 - Jul 2025 (1 month)

Worked with astronomer Ibrahim Aköz on observational astronomy, reducing LongSlit spectral data using IRAF and performing photometric data analysis with PHOEBE. Participated in T100 telescope observation projects and remote RTT150 observations.

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Kemancı

Ankara Üniversitesi

Oct 2022 - May 2023 (7 months)

Played violin in the chamber orchestra and performed concerts at the university under SKS.

Education

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Universita di Camerino

Erasmus+ Exchange Program, Astrophysics

2026 - 2026

Participated in an Erasmus+ exchange program in Astrophysics from March to July 2026.

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Ankara Üniversitesi

Bachelor's Degree, Astronomi ve Uzay Bilimleri

2022 - 2026

Grade: 3.21

Pursuing a degree in Astronomy and Space Sciences, with coursework and research in astrophysics.

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