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About me

As a teenager I had my first telescope experience, and I was in awe when I saw Saturn for the first time. That point in the sky was a planet, and I could see its rings and moons with my own eyes! For me, that was it! I would become an astronomer.

It was during my PhD program that I discovered my passion for bringing people closer to science, especially astronomy. Since then, I have dedicated my professional life to science communication. 

I am always open to exploring new projects and collaborations that aim to make science more equitable and accessible for everyone. Do you have something in mind? Let’s talk!

Education

2011 - 2015

Max Planck Institute for Astronomy / University of Heidelberg

PhD in Astronomy

Under the supervision of Fabian Walter, I studied molecular clouds in nearby galaxies using interferometric and single dish observations. You can access my PhD thesis here.

I graduated magna cum laude.

2009 - 2011

Institute of Astronomy - UNAM

Master's Degree in Astronomy

I graduated by general examinations and obtained the Paris Pishmish prize for the highest grade in 2011.  

2002 - 2008

Faculty of Sciences - UNAM

Bachelor's Degree in Physics

I graduated with a thesis in astronomy and was awarded the prize for the best thesis in astronomy by the Institute of Astronomy in 2008.

During my studies I received a scholarship for a semester exchange at the University of Copenhagen in 2005.

Professional experience

2021 - present

Institute of Astrophysics

University of Vienna

Science Communication Coordinator

I coordinate and carry out various science communication projects, including the "Astronomy to Go" mobile planetarium, guided observatory tours, public lectures, and science fairs.

2021-2023

Institute of Astrophysics

University of Vienna

Director of Studies for Bachelor's and Master's Programs

I managed both programs, including communication with professors and students. I coordinated a curricular working group to update the programs, and the resulting study plans have been in effect since the winter 2023 semester.

2020 - 2021

Institute of Astronomy

UNAM

Developer of SciComm Projects 

As part of the Communication and Scientific Culture Unit, I was responsible for developing projects adapted to the special needs of pandemic times.

2019

National Council for Science and Technology (Conacyt)

Director of Outreach

I was invited to be part of the Communication Coordination. My responsibilities included developing calls for proposals for nationwide science communication projects, editing the Council's science journal, Ciencia y Desarrollo, and managing contacts between scientists and the media.

2017-2019

Institute of Radioastronomy and Astrophysics

UNAM

Science Communication Coordinator

I coordinated and implemented various science communication projects, including the development of new workshops for different audiences, lectures on various astronomical topics, press releases, and social media management.

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