معرفی
Patrick Ingraham is an Associate Research Professor at Steward Observatory, University of Arizona, affiliated with the Center for Astronomical Adaptive Optics. He joined in summer 2023, focusing on developing space-based coronagraphs and telescopes. His career spans instrumentation development for both space and ground-based observatories.
Education:
- Undergraduate degree in Physics and Astronomy from the University of Victoria
- PhD from the Université de Montréal under René Doyon, specializing in high-contrast imaging instrumentation for space telescopes
Research Focus: Patrick specializes in high-contrast imaging systems, astronomical instrumentation development, and optimization of engineering practices to accelerate project lifecycles. His work integrates space-based coronagraphy, adaptive optics, telescope calibration systems, and observatory control architecture.
Professional Experience:
- Developed calibration hardware and control systems during 8 years at Vera C. Rubin Observatory
- Contributed to Gemini Planet Imager integration/commissioning at Stanford University
- Expertise spans system engineering, operator training, and telescope operations optimization
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