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Speaker: Andrew Saydjari Institution: Harvard University Title: Mapping the Milky Way in n-Dimensions Abstract: Interstellar dust is a pervasive observational challenge, but also a vital window for understanding the Galaxy. By mapping the spatial, kinematic, …
Boquan Erwin Chen
4421 Sterling Hall @ 3:30 pm
Speaker: Boquan Erwin Chen Institution: Ohio State University Title: The Milky Way as a Prototypical Disk Galaxy: Galactic Archeology and Chemical Evolution in Context Abstract: The chemical evolution of the Milky Way has long been …
Nicholas J. McConnell
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Speaker: Nicholas J. McConnell Institution: UW-Madison Title: Strengthening our profession through structured learning experiences Abstract: Ingredients for a successful career in astrophysics include (but are not limited to) talent, opportunity, committed effort, knowledge, resilience, and …
4421 Sterling Hall @ 3:30 pm
Speaker: Keith Bechtol Institution: University of Wisconsin-Madison Title: Vera C. Rubin Observatory On-sky Commissioning Abstract: The Vera C. Rubin Observatory is poised to begin a wide, fast, and deep imaging survey of the entire night …
4421 Sterling Hall @ 3:30 pm
Speaker: Michelle Thaller Institution: NASA Title: Inside NASA Communication: Incredible Science, Excruciating Suspense, SMH SNAFU’s and the Challenge of Communicating it All Abstract: I have been involved in communication for everything from our Mars missions …
4421 Sterling Hall @ 3:30 pm
Speaker: Janosz Dewberry Institution: Canadian Institute for Theoretical Astrophysics (CITA) Title: Shake, rattle, and roll: waves, turbulence, and tides in stellar and planetary systems Abstract: Today, modern telescopes, planetary science missions, and gravitational wave experiments …
4421 Sterling Hall @ 3:30 pm
Speaker: Karol Fulat Institution: UW-Madison Title: Particle Acceleration by Astrophysical Shocks: A Microphysical Perspective Abstract: Shock waves are ubiquitous astrophysical phenomena associated with powerful sources, e.g., supernovae, active galactic nuclei, and gamma-ray bursts. These shocks …
4421 Sterling Hall @ 3:30 pm
Speaker: Elias Aydi Institution: Texas Tech University Title: New Insights Into Novae Abstract: Novae are panchromatic transients triggered by a thermonuclear runaway on the surfaces of white dwarf stars in interacting binaries. Our understanding of …
4421 Sterling Hall @ 3:30 pm
Speaker: Yifan Zhou Institution: University of Virginia Title: Watch Giant Worlds Form and Grow — A Direct Imaging Perspective Abstract: Recent advances have greatly enhanced our understanding of gas giant planet formation and evolution, with …
4421 Sterling Hall @ 3:30 pm
Speaker: Erika Marín-Spiotta Institution: University of Wisconsin-Madison Title: An Equity-Minded Approach to Graduate Education: The Wisconsin Sloan Center for Systemic Change Abstract: The Wisconsin Sloan Center for Systemic Change, or WiSC2, is a hub for …