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The NRAO National and International

Non-traditional Exchange (NINE) Program

The NRAO NINE Program aims to create NINE Hubs in underserved communities that have a strong interest in but limited resources for studying radio astronomy. The program selects two promising students or young professionals per year from universities in these communities, both in the US and globally, to undergo a 10-week training at NRAO facilities focusing on radio astronomy and project management. After training, participants return home to establish a NINE Hub at their institution and use their new knowledge and skills to train others. These NINE Hubs form a supportive network worldwide, enhancing opportunities for training and collaboration among students and professionals. Currently, NINE Hubs are established in Costa Rica, Guatemala, Honduras, South Africa, Texas Tech University, Trinidad/Tobago, and the US Virgin Islands. Additional Hubs in Panama and Puerto Rico will join the network in 2024!  

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Figure 1: A representation of NINE. Image created with CoPilot.

Project Components

More information about these components is coming soon.

NINE Prospects - NRAO is looking for two promising students or young professionals from universities in communities that lack resources for studying radio astronomy for the 2025 cohort. Individuals must be willing to establish a NINE hub following their training.

Existing NINE hubs - The hubs work to build an understanding of Radio Astronomy in underserved areas. In addition, the hubs collaborate on projects when possible.

 

The NINE Program is funded by the NRAO with generous in-kind support from the NINE Hub leads and their respective home institutions.

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