Elena D’Onghia Models Dynamics of Milky Way
The art of modeling the dynamics of the Milky Way through supercomputer simulations of unprecedented resolution is the focus of Assistant Professor Elena D'Onghia's research.
Jul.29.2013 | Continue Reading »
Galaxies Fed by Funnels of Fuel
Grainger Postdoctoral Fellow Alyson Brooks, an expert in galaxy simulations, co-authored a paper on a "cold mode" theory of galaxy formation.
Jul.16.2013 | Continue Reading »
UW Astronomy in SPIDER’s Web
UW Astronomy will work with three partner institutions to characterize stars that end their lives in supernova explosions.
Jul.15.2013 | Continue Reading »
Rocket Launch Successful
The June 5 launch of a NASA sounding rocket carrying the UW's Star Tracker 5000 was successful.
Jul.02.2013 | Continue Reading »
WORT’s “Radio Astronomy” Delivers Astro News to Public
The Astronomy Department's weekly 5-minute "Radio Astronomy" show airs on WORT 89.9 FM, Madison's community radio station, at approximately 6:50 pm Tuesdays.
Jul.01.2013 | Continue Reading »
