UR: Modeling Chemical Abundance Evolution in Dwarf Galaxies
In the latest of our #UndergradResearch series, discover how Alexandra Kwon modeled the evolution of chemical abundance in dwarf galaxies.
Smashing Neutrons: On the Origin of Extreme r-process Enhanced Stars
Heavy elements require extreme conditions to be produced. Today’s bite explores three unique stars that may give us additional clues on how that happens.
Pumping Aluminum: How Massive Stars Bulk Up Galactic Metal Content
Massive stars live fast and die young, making metals along the way.
From a Roar to a Whimper: The Star Formation History of Leo I
Meet Leo I, one of the dwarf galaxies that may help us understand the earliest galaxies to form.
Heavy-metal Jupiters
Violent collisions give rise to some of the densest, most massive planets in our galaxy.
Meet the AAS Keynote Speakers: Dr. Christy Tremonti
What’s even faster and more furious than Vin Diesel? Come learn about galactic winds at Dr. Christy Tremonti’s talk at #AAS236!