Ramadimetse Sydil Kupa - Software Developer - South African Radio Astronomy Observatory

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Ramadimetse Sydil Kupa, also referred to as Masechaba Sydil Kupa, is a software developer at SARAO (South African Radio Astronomy Observatory). She is based in Cape Town and holds a Master’s degree in Physics, with her research focusing on machine learning applications in astronomy. Specifically, her work involves automating image segmentation and classifying radio galaxies using deep neural networks.

Kupa’s professional interests include developing technical tools for astronomy that can be adapted to address social challenges. She is actively contributing to research and development aimed at advancing sustainable practices in artificial intelligence, particularly in the context of the developing world.