Sam Ponnada

Sam Ponnada serves as a Research Scientist within the Division of Physics, Mathematics and Astronomy at the California Institute of Technology. Based in the Cahill Center for Astronomy and Astrophysics (Mail Code 249-17), Dr. Ponnada contributes to Caltech's astronomical research enterprise through specialized expertise in observational and theoretical astrophysics.

Dr. Ponnada's research focuses on core areas of astronomy and astrophysics, working within Caltech's renowned astronomical research infrastructure that includes access to major observational facilities such as Palomar Observatory, Owens Valley Radio Observatory, and the W. M. Keck Observatory. The research program likely involves collaboration with Caltech's various astronomy research centers including the Infrared Processing and Analysis Center (IPAC) and the Space Radiation Laboratory (SRL).

As a Research Scientist at Caltech, Dr. Ponnada participates in the institution's vibrant research ecosystem that bridges theoretical investigations with observational astronomy. The position supports Caltech's mission of advancing astronomical knowledge through both independent research and collaborative projects with faculty, postdoctoral scholars, and graduate students within the Astronomy department.