Attacking the (Multi-)Messenger: Simulating a Kilonova
Neutron stars (NSs) are the most extreme objects known, composed of a form of matter so extraordinarily dense that it teeters on the brink of collapse into a black hole.
Neutron stars (NSs) are the most extreme objects known, composed of a form of matter so extraordinarily dense that it teeters on the brink of collapse into a black hole.
Ever wondered what science gets done at the South Pole? It turns out that many astrophysics and cosmology experiments end up there!
Today’s authors discuss the best method to search for joint neutrino and light emission from collapsing stars, by utilizing radio and X-ray observations.
A bright flash of high-energy gamma rays heralds the merger of two dense neutron stars. What’s left behind? For the first time, authors have detected a follow-up radio burst which may hint at the nature of the merger’s remnant.
Today we interview Dr. Wen-fai Fong, professor at Northwestern and recipient of the 2024 Lancelot M Berkeley-New York Community Trust Prize for Meritorious Work in Astronomy for #AAS243!
A bright source of radio pulses appeared for 20 minutes, but hasn’t been seen before or since. How could we possibly learn more about it? Read today’s bite to find out!