Astrophysics Candidate Sarah Pappert Explores Supermassive Black Holes and ELT Instruments
Sarah Pappert, a Ph.D. candidate in astrophysics at the TUM School of Natural Sciences, conducts research at the Max Planck Institute for Extraterrestrial Physics. Her work focuses on supermassive black holes and the development of astronomical instruments for the Extremely Large Telescope located in Chile. Pappert is supervised by Prof. Dr. Reinhard Genzel and Prof. Dr. Frank Eisenhauer. Beyond her research, she actively participates in science communication, advocating for girls and young women in STEM fields.
Sarah Pappert is a Ph.D. candidate specializing in astrophysics at the TUM School of Natural Sciences. She also conducts research at the Max Planck Institute for Extraterrestrial Physics, where her work is overseen by Prof. Dr. Reinhard Genzel and Prof. Dr. Frank Eisenhauer. Prof. Eisenhauer holds a TUM Distinguished Affiliated Professorship at the TUM School of Natural Sciences.
Pappert's research primarily investigates supermassive black holes. In addition to this, she contributes to the development of advanced astronomical instruments designed for the Extremely Large Telescope, a significant observatory currently under construction in Chile.
Beyond her academic and research commitments, Pappert is involved in science communication efforts. She is dedicated to encouraging girls and young women to pursue studies and careers within the STEM disciplines.
(Source: Phys.org)
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