Samantha and Air.sea.sam
Sam is an awesome human and a beautiful soul! She is currently in the process of getting her PhD in Air Sea Physics and creates amazing and super engaging content on the topic. I love learning more things more Sam, she always makes me discover something new!
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About Samantha
I am a PhD student at the University of Miami studying air sea physics. My PhD research involves studying air sea interactions (wind and waves) in coastal Monterey Bay, CA with satellite/remote sensing/radar data and models. I utilize scientific programming, data science, algorithm development, image processing, signal processing and modeling to perform my scientific analysis. I have received my bachelor’s of science in atmospheric science from Penn State and have held internships at NASA, NOAA, etc.
How did you get into tech?
I first starting learning programming 8 years ago during my undergrad in atmospheric sciences with FORTRAN. The atmospheric, ocean science and physics heavily rely on advancements with programming and tech through forecast modeling (ocean, atm, climate), machine learning and AI, data visualization, and data analysis.
What languages/technologies do you have the most experience in?
Python, matlab, IDL, FORTRAN
What are you currently learning/practising?
Machine learning/AI
What are your favourite resources to learn/stay updated on tech?
Code academy, udemy, social media!
What would people learn about by following you?
Life as a PhD student, daily weather forecasts, python, matlab, satellite/radar/remote sensing applications in earth science, NASA work/internships, data science, image and signal processing and data visualization techniques, complex topics on atmospheric and oceanic physics (wind, waves, turbulence, fluid dynamics etc) broken down, daily inspiration, life as a scientist
What inspired you to start sharing your experiences on social media?
To study for PhD qualifying exam, improve my communication skills, break down complex topics, share my research with the public and the community!
How can we get in touch with you?
Email: air.sea.sam@gmail.com
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iPhone or Android?
iPhone
Dogs or cats?
Both
What’s your favourite ice cream flavour?
Peach
What’s the next place you want to travel to?
Hawaii
How many hours of sleep do you need to get to feel like yourself?
8
What is your superpower?
Science
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