May 9, 2023
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“I am inspired to work on this project because it exists at the nexus of my two passions: ground-breaking instruments and the potential to discover new insights about the nature of our universe,” said Jeff McMahon, an associate professor of astronomy and astrophysics who is a co-investigator in the project. As Instrument Scientist, McMahon will lead a team to fabricate optics, tests receivers, carry out the integration of these new components on site in Chile, and ensure the instrument delivers the data needed.