Executive Committee Member
Dr. Woode is the first Ghanaian female Astrophysicst and holds a Ph.D. in Astrophysics from the University of Ghana with postdoctoral training at the University of Leeds. Her expertise lies in the early stages of massive star formation, using single-dish and VLBI techniques, and she has authored peer-reviewed publications on methanol masers and radio continuum studies.
Within AfAS, Dr. Woode is an Executive Committee Member, contributing to the society’s scientific and outreach missions. She has led public engagement initiatives such as PRAGSAC and served as a mentor and trainer in regional hackathons and school outreach programs. Motivated by a passion for advancing astronomy in Africa, Dr. Woode envisions a future where African researchers and students are equipped with cutting-edge tools to contribute meaningfully to global science.
The AfNWA-ISP 2024 Prof. Carolina Odman-Govender Early-Career Award for Women in Astronomy in Africa
