Isaac DaSilva

My interest in astronomy initially sparked in elementary school, where we learned about planets in the solar system. When I found out I could do astronomy as a career, I knew that it was what I wanted to study.

I’m drawn to this beauty and the challenges of expressing it through the language of mathematics, and I’m enamored by the opportunity to learn new techniques to meet those challenges!

I want to pursue a Ph.D. in astronomy. I have a strong desire to continue researching stars and uncovering the stories they tell about the universe. I’m also open to exploring high-energy astrophysics and studying neutron stars and black holes.

I am currently writing a paper about my research on stellar abundances. I am also now the vice president of the astronomy club at IU, and I think this will be an amazing opportunity to inspire others!

This scholarship has truly been life-changing. It has helped me achieve so much and brought me closer than ever to my dream of becoming an astronomer. I’m now close to graduating with my bachelor’s degree in astronomy and astrophysics, and I couldn’t be more excited!

TEAM-UP Together Scholarship Recipient in 2023, 2024, and 2025.