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Ms. Dalya Akl | Gravitational Waves | Best Researcher Award

Ms. Dalya Akl , American University of Sharjah , United Arab Emirates

Dalya Akl is an astrophysicist based in Dubai, U.A.E., specializing in telescope operations, kilonovae, short gamma-ray bursts (GRBs), and gravitational waves (GWs) research. She is actively involved in multiple international collaborations, including the GRANDMA network and the SVOM mission. Dalya’s work focuses on optimizing data acquisition and image processing pipelines for real-time observations, enhancing the understanding of astrophysical phenomena through electromagnetic counterparts to GW and GRB events. She also leads research on developing computational models and utilizing machine learning for GRB classification and kilonova light curve analysis. Dalya’s contributions span across multiple prestigious journals and conferences, solidifying her as a key player in the field of multi-messenger astronomy.

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Academic Career šŸŽ“

Dalya Akl earned her Bachelor of Science in Physics (B.Sc.) from the American University of Sharjah, U.A.E. Her thesis focused on “Enhanced Analysis and Classification of Gamma-Ray Bursts through Advanced Astro-photometry Techniques and Machine Learning Algorithms,” showcasing her expertise in applying computational techniques to astrophysical data. During her academic journey, Dalya also worked on significant research projects related to gravitational waves, kilonovae, and supernovae, which further shaped her research direction. She actively contributes to the academic community through publications, conference posters, and collaborative research with global institutions.

 

Academic Background & Contributions šŸ”¬āš”

Dalya Akl currently works as a Gravitational Waves Researcher with the GRANDMA Collaboration, focusing on system operations, data analysis, and pipeline optimization for precise data acquisition of GW and GRB events. She also leads the SPECTRA team, coordinating astrophysical campaigns and integrating diverse observational systems. Dalya is involved with the COLIBRI Telescope project, contributing to simulations and performance testing to optimize real-time data acquisition strategies for the SVOM mission. Her previous experience includes working as a Research Intern at CĆ“te d’Azur Observatory in France and as a Data Analyst for various GW and GRB campaigns. She has also contributed to supernova research at Al Khatim Observatory and developed machine learning models for GRB classification at the American University of Sharjah.

Honors & Awards šŸ†šŸŽ“

Dalya Akl has been recognized for her outstanding contributions to astrophysics through her active role in global collaborations, such as the GRANDMA and SVOM missions. She was honored with numerous speaking engagements at prestigious conferences like COSPAR 2024, where she presented cutting-edge research on GRB afterglows and supernovae observations. Dalya has co-authored multiple publications in renowned journals like MNRAS and ApJ, where her work on kilonovae and GW events was widely acknowledged. Her involvement in NASA’s General Coordinate Network (GCN) Circulars further highlights her significant impact on the field. Her leadership in multi-messenger astronomy research has earned her a reputation as a rising star in the astrophysical community.

Research Focus šŸ”¬āš”

Dalya Aklā€™s primary research focus lies in the study of gravitational waves, short gamma-ray bursts, and kilonovae. She specializes in optimizing data pipelines for real-time multi-messenger observations and has contributed significantly to the analysis of electromagnetic counterparts to GW and GRB events. Dalyaā€™s research extends to the modeling of kilonovae light curves and the use of machine learning techniques to classify and analyze GRBs. She also leads observational campaigns, such as the GRANDMA collaborationā€™s studies of supernovae, and actively contributes to advancing the understanding of high-energy astrophysical phenomena through computational modeling and multi-wavelength observations.

Publication Top Notes šŸ“š

Multiband analyses of the bright GRB 230812B and the associated SN2023pel
Authors: T Hussenot-Desenonges, T Wouters, N Guessoum, I Abdi, A Abulwfa, …
Journal: Monthly Notices of the Royal Astronomical Society
Citations: 3
Year: 2024

Early-Time Observations of SN 2023wrk: A Luminous Type Ia Supernova with Significant Unburned Carbon in the Outer Ejecta
Authors: J Liu, X Wang, C Andrade, PA Duverne, J Zhang, L Li, Z Wang, …
Journal: The Astrophysical Journal
Citations: 2
Year: 2024

GRB 240529A: AKO Optical Afterglow Follow-Up Observations
Authors: M Odeh, N Guessoum, D Akl, I Aabdi, S AlShamsi
Journal: GRB Coordinates Network
Citations: 1
Year: 2024

GRANDMA Observations of SN 2023wrk, a Luminous Type Ia Supernova with Significant Unburned Carbon in the Outer Ejecta
Authors: C Andrade, PA Duverne, J Liu, F Navarete, AE Abdelaziz, M Abdelkareem, …
Journal: Research Notes of the AAS
Citations: 1
Year: 2024

GRB 240828B: GRANDMA Optical Upper Limit
Authors: D Akl, S Antier, M Coughlin, PA Duverne, P Hello, C Andrade, ITE Melo, …
Journal: GRB Coordinates Network
Citations: 1
Year: 2024

GRB240824A: Tarot-Tca Upper Limit
Authors: D Akl, S Antier, M Coughlin, PA Duverne, P Hello, C Andrade, ITE Melo, …
Journal: GRB Coordinates Network
Citations: 1
Year: 2024

GRB 240821A: GRANDMA/LesMakes-T60 Upper Limit
Authors: A Klotz, P Thierry, S Antier, D Akl, PA Duverne, C Andrade, S Karpov, …
Journal: GRB Coordinates Network
Citations: 1
Year: 2024

EP240625a: GRANDMA Optical Upper Limits
Authors: D Akl, A Le Calloch, Y Rajabov, M Molham, S Antier, S Karpov, …
Journal: GRB Coordinates Network
Citations: 1
Year: 2024

GRB 240529A: AKO Optical Afterglow Detection
Authors: M Odeh, N Guessoum, D Akl, I Aabdi, S AlShamsi
Journal: GRB Coordinates Network
Citations: 1
Year: 2024

IceCube-240424A: GRANDMA Optical Upper Limit of Fermi J2151.3+0220
Authors: D Akl, T Pradier, T Jegou Du Laz, M Molham, S Antier, ITE Melo, P Hello, …
Journal: GRB Coordinates Network
Citations: 1
Year: 2024

 

 

 

 

 

 

Dalya Akl | Gravitational Waves | Best Researcher Award

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