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Dr. Rita Tojeiro is a Reader and Researcher at the University of St Andrews' School of Physics and Astronomy. Her roles include leading astrophysical research projects and contributing to education and inclusion initiatives. She is a core member of major international collaborations such as SDSS-III, SDSS-IV, VIPERS, GAMA, and DESI, focusing on large-scale galaxy surveys to probe cosmic structure and evolution.
Her research spans three core areas:
- Astrophysics: Analysis of galaxy redshift surveys to understand cosmic expansion, dark energy, and the cosmic web's influence on galaxy evolution.
- Education: Investigating the impact of professional development programs for secondary physics teachers in Scotland, particularly leveraging astronomy research data.
- Inclusion: Addressing hidden curricula, STEM literacy, and fostering inclusive practices in higher education.
Recent work emphasizes machine learning applications for galaxy formation modeling and DESI's early data releases. Her publications highlight advancements in galaxy-halo connections, redshift validation, and cosmological parameter inference through large spectroscopic datasets.
Advising includes supervision of four PhD students focused on astrophysical modeling and observational techniques. Her research leverages multi-wavelength surveys and numerical simulations, contributing to foundational cosmological insights.
