Chelen Johnson
Mining current optical and infrared databases to find variable active galactic nuclei.
[..]Students who are given the opportunity to do "real science" generally find a greater deal of success when it comes to understanding concepts (and at a deeper level).
To get the chance to work with astronomers and researchers in the field, to do authentic research, and to attend conventions and be immersed in astronomy is absolutely amazing for a high school science teacher.
The experience has and will continue to help me develop more effective uses of NASA/JPL resources for me and to promote professional development.
