STUDY ABROAD
OUT-OF-THIS- WORLD RESEARCH IN THE ANDES
High in the Chilean Andes, the Cerro Tololo Inter-American Observatory provides access for students to work with world-class telescopes, gain hands-on research experience and explore the universe firsthand — perfect for future aerospace and physics leaders.
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From Andes Summits to Cutting-Edge Insights on Earth’s Atmosphere High atop the Andes Mountains, Engineering Physics student Adriana Feener-Rivera (’29) took advantage of an opportunity to study abroad, gain research experience in her chosen field and be a part of something that could make a difference. “It was an experience of a lifetime,” Feener-Rivera said. “It’s very dry and windy at the site in Chile, so we get a lot of good data from there because there are so many nights with clear skies.” Part of the research focused on collecting data about weather patterns on Earth. This data will help scientists better understand and predict weather in space, translating into implications for hurricane and storm preparedness. In addition to ideal weather conditions, the Andes Mountains also have a unique advantage due to consistent thunderstorms and winds in the Amazon rainforest. When the Andes’ high-altitude environment and storms are combined, they create oscillations in the atmosphere known as atmospheric waves.
As a part of her doctoral research, Feener-Rivera was tasked with creating 3D images of the waves by placing airglow imagers at specific angles. The imagers detect light from the upper atmosphere and translate it into data that can be analyzed and used to understand dynamic processes. Throughout the trip, Feener-Rivera also gained insightful mentorship as she assisted Dr. Alan Liu, a professor in the Physical Sciences Department, with his research. “Dr. Liu is a great professor. He’s been super understanding and so helpful in guiding me through the entire process,” she said. “It’s been a wonderful experience.”
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