The team

SALESIAN SPACE LAB

Colegio Salesiano de Duitama · Duitama, Boyacá, Colombia

NASA SPACE APPS CHALLENGE 2026

We are a student-driven team exploring the intersection of science, technology, music and creativity. Through EARTHSONA, we transform verified ocean temperature data into mathematical sound. Listen to the Ocean. Understand the Planet.

Christopher Santiago Ruiz Diaz

Christopher Santiago Ruiz Diaz

Scientific Explorer

Explores scientific concepts related to oceans, their temperatures, and the possibilities of transforming data into interactive experiences.

Iván Reynel Cuevas Parra

Iván Reynel Cuevas Parra

Technology Explorer

Researches technological tools and digital platforms that can contribute to the development and operation of EARTHSONA.

María Valentina Garzón Malaver

María Valentina Garzón Malaver

Ocean Data Researcher

Explores scientific sources from NASA and NOAA, researches ocean temperatures, and studies the data used in the project.

Ana Maria Becerra Corredor

Ana Maria Becerra Corredor

Environmental Researcher

Researches the importance of oceans, their relationship with climate, and the educational and environmental impact of EARTHSONA.

Niole Aldana Rivera

Niole Aldana Rivera

English Communication & Research

Supports the translation, adaptation, and review of English content to communicate the project to an international audience.

Daniela Alejandra Mateuz Sanchez

Daniela Alejandra Mateuz Sanchez

Music & Sound Explorer

Explores sounds, frequencies, and musical elements to contribute to the listening experience and the data sonification process.

Jefferson Oswaldo Lara Cusba

Jefferson Oswaldo Lara Cusba

Tutor–Mentor

Provides educational, scientific, and technological guidance to the student team, supporting research and the development and presentation of the project.