William Henry Palmer

A highly motivated and accomplished student at Horizon Christian Academy, set to graduate in May 2025, with a strong foundation in astrophysics, astronomy, and engineering. Recognized for exemplary academic and extracurricular achievements, including multiple honors such as the Rotary Youth Leadership Award (RYLA) and top placements in international and state-level science fairs for astrophysics and astronomy submissions. With a proven ability to drive impactful research initiatives, exemplified by directing projects such as the exploration of the Andromeda Research Galaxy, which garnered first place in an international science fair. In addition to academic excellence, consistently earned Honor Roll distinctions and maintained a GPA of 3.6739 while excelling in Advanced Placement coursework in multiple subjects, including World History, Human Geography, and U.S. History. Experience in practical engineering and technical roles as a Remote Control Car Technician, contributing to customer satisfaction and repair efficiency at ATLANTA HOBBY. Additional contributions include STEM education through roles such as a Teachers Aid for Middle School STEM programs, and leadership positions in Youth Leadership Forsyth.

I use a William Optics FLT 120 refractor telescope, known for its high-quality optics, to capture clear and detailed images of celestial objects. To ensure precise tracking of the stars, you use the EQ6-R Pro mount, which provides stability and accuracy, essential for long exposure astrophotography. Your imaging is powered by the ASI533MM Pro camera, a monochrome astrophotography camera that delivers sharp, high-contrast images. With this setup, you're able to capture stunning details in deep sky objects like nebulae and galaxies. My photography has been awarded 2 times with an image of the day nomination. I have also done research on the Hydrogen portions on the Andromeda Galaxy. A link to my portfolio has been placed on here as well.