Biography
Michael Tauraso has an MS in Physics from the University of Washington, and a BS in computer science from Harvey Mudd College. Most recently, Michael researched Bayesian methods of gravitational wave data analysis for the LISA mission. Before that, Michael spent 12 years building software infrastructure at several successful startup companies specializing in financial technology, transportation, and productivity. Michael’s research interests include astronomical data analysis, gravity, theoretical astrophysics, stars, compact objects, precision instrumentation, high energy astrophysics, and gravitational waves. In his free time Michael occasionally dances blues, tango, and swing.