Ira Thorpe
@ithorpe.bsky.social
Gravitational wave astrophysicist working on Laser Interferometer Space Antenna (LISA). Dad, husband, outdoor lover, and expat New Mexican living in greater Washington, DC.
Employed by NASA, but opinions are my own.
Employed by NASA, but opinions are my own.
WaPo burying the lede here on their otherwise informative analysis of the federal workforce. If Trump succeeds in making a 25% cut to the federal workforce, that makes less than a 1% cut to federal spending. Why? Because most federal spending is in grants or contracts going to people or companies.
February 13, 2025 at 1:45 AM
WaPo burying the lede here on their otherwise informative analysis of the federal workforce. If Trump succeeds in making a 25% cut to the federal workforce, that makes less than a 1% cut to federal spending. Why? Because most federal spending is in grants or contracts going to people or companies.
Happy 113th birthday to #FairNewMexico, my beloved home state.
Photo is one I took of chimney rock above Ghost Ranch and Abiquiu with Cerro Pedernal in the background
Photo is one I took of chimney rock above Ghost Ranch and Abiquiu with Cerro Pedernal in the background
January 6, 2025 at 9:29 PM
Happy 113th birthday to #FairNewMexico, my beloved home state.
Photo is one I took of chimney rock above Ghost Ranch and Abiquiu with Cerro Pedernal in the background
Photo is one I took of chimney rock above Ghost Ranch and Abiquiu with Cerro Pedernal in the background
Nine years ago today: ESA launches LISA Pathfinder, a mission to demonstrate key technology for LISA. I was fortunate to have the opportunity to work this mission through operations and analysis. A great spacecraft and a great team put us in position to make LISA happen.
December 3, 2024 at 10:07 AM
Nine years ago today: ESA launches LISA Pathfinder, a mission to demonstrate key technology for LISA. I was fortunate to have the opportunity to work this mission through operations and analysis. A great spacecraft and a great team put us in position to make LISA happen.
Quick trip to Ocean City, MD to visit family for Thanksgiving. Enjoyed a peaceful day at Assateague Island National seashore which was good for the soul. My crazy kids even went swimming in the ocean despite the cold temps.
November 30, 2024 at 2:59 PM
Quick trip to Ocean City, MD to visit family for Thanksgiving. Enjoyed a peaceful day at Assateague Island National seashore which was good for the soul. My crazy kids even went swimming in the ocean despite the cold temps.