San Pedro has long been a popular destination for travelers seeking sun, sea, and adventure; it’s no wonder that tourism in the region has been steadily growing. As the number of visitors increases, so does the demand for knowledgeable and trained tourist guides to provide an enriching experience to travelers.
ESOblog
15 January 2021
How Adrian went from studying electrical engineering to working in astronomy
How the Director of Programmes contributes to ESO’s overall mission
What Adrian is most excited about in the future of astronomy Adrian Russell looks back on how he got into astronomy and his path to becoming Director of Programmes at ESO. He shares with us what some of the most exciting new projects at ESO are, how the field of astronomy has changed in his career and what he is most looking forward to in the future.
Q. How did you get into astronomy?
A. When as a kid, I was just the right age when the Apollo moon landings were happening, so I got hooked on science very early on.