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Marla Geha is a Professor in the Department of Astronomy at Yale University, specializing in observational astronomy with a primary interest in the formation, evolution, and destruction of dwarf galaxies. Her current research focuses on observations of the ultra-faint galaxies discovered in the Local Group, which are among the least-massive dark-matter dominated galaxies known in the Universe. This work provides crucial insights into galaxy formation processes and the nature of dark matter. Dwarf galaxies, which dominate the galaxy population in numbers, are key to understanding the contrasting dynamics and formation histories compared to larger galaxies like the Milky Way. By studying these faint structures, Geha aims to enhance our understanding of the Milky Way's formation and the broader implications for cosmology. With a strong emphasis on experimental approaches in her research, she is actively involved in projects related to dwarf galaxies and near-field cosmology. Geha received her Ph.D. from the University of California, Santa Cruz in 2003, and was honored with the 2022 Dylan Hixon ‘88 Prize for Teaching Excellence in Natural Sciences.
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