Ekta Patel
Postdoc, Astronomy, University of California, Berkeley
Research Focus
Research Interests
About Ekta
I am a Miller Fellow in Astronomy at the University of California, Berkeley. My work focuses on the dynamics of satellite galaxies in the nearby Universe. I identify as a South Asian woman and am passionate about supporting the careers of students who identify with groups that have been historically excluded from STEM. I enjoy science communication, spending time outdoors, and cooking.
Honors
Division of Dynamical Astronomy Raynor L. Duncombe Student Research Prize
Miller Research Fellowship
National Science Foundation Graduate Research Fellowship Recipient
Education
Postdoc
Miller Institute, University of California, Berkeley, 08/2019 - 08/2022
Ph.D.
Astronomy, University of Arizona, 08/2019
Master's
Astronomy, University of Arizona, 05/2017
Bachelor's
Physics, New York University, 05/2014
Interested in
- Mentoring
- Mentorship
- Speaking
- Research Experience
- Postdoc Fellowships
- Professional Service (e.g. review panels)
- Science Outreach
- Consulting
- DEI/STEM Community Engagement
