Learning to Live Authentically: From Football Field to the Stars: A Journey of Transformation with Dakotah Tyler
Join us on the Cosigns and Tangents Podcast as we dive into the remarkable journey of Dakotah Tyler, a rising second-year astrophysics graduate student at UCLA. In this episode, Dakotah shares his non-traditional path from the football field of University of Kentucky to the captivating world of astrophysics.
While Dakotah's passion for the sky was always present, his focus on academics took a backseat to his football career. He excelled as a strong safety for UK's team, but an unexpected knee injury forced him to confront a pivotal turning point in his life. With his football dreams abruptly cut short, Dakotah found himself grappling with a loss of identity and uncertain about his future.
Discover how Dakotah overcame adversity and redefined his path, pursuing his passion for astrophysics at UCLA. Currently studying exoplanets and their atmospheric compositions, Dakotah's research delves into the intricate world of hot Jupiter's escaping atmosphere. As a vital member of the Keck Planet Finder (KPF) data reduction pipeline team, he is actively contributing to advancements in exoplanet studies.
In this inspiring episode, Dakotah shares his personal journey, highlighting the challenges he faced and the resilience that propelled him forward. Tune in to gain insights into his research, the intersection of his passions for football and astrophysics, and the transformative power of embracing a new career universe.
Join us as we explore Dakotah Tyler's story, revealing the limitless possibilities that unfold when we embrace our true passions and chart our own unique paths. Don't miss this enlightening conversation on the Cosigns and Tangents Podcast!
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Read more here: https://astrobites.org/2021/06/23/blackinastro-experiences-dakotah-tyler/
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