Dr. Owen Acuña

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Biography

Owen Matthews Acuña is a graduate student in the Department of Astronomy at the University of Wisconsin–Madison. His work focuses on strong lensing and galaxy cluster science, contributing to our understanding of the universe's structure and evolution. Under the advisement of Christy Tremonti, he engages in research that explores the intricate dynamics of galaxy clusters and the gravitational lensing phenomena that allow us to study distant galaxies more effectively. Owen participates in various academic and research activities within the department, enhancing his knowledge and skills in astrophysics.

Research Interests

Requirements for University of Wisconsin–Madison

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
TOEFL
Total
Required:92
IELTS
Overall
Required:7
Duolingo
Overall Score
Required:125
Overall
Required:125
Prerequisites
Programming experience (Data Structures, Machine Organization) One year college-level calculus
Application Checklist
  • Statement of Purpose
  • CV/Resume
  • Three letters of recommendation
  • Unofficial transcripts
Specialization Notes

Department: Department of Computer Sciences