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Gamma-Ray Bursts: The Brightest Explosions in the Universe - From Discovery to the BOAT

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Overview

Explore the fascinating world of gamma-ray bursts, the most energetic events in the Universe since the Big Bang, in this illuminating conference talk. Delve into the nature of these cosmic explosions, their detection methods, and the groundbreaking 'Brightest Of All Time' (BOAT) event from October 2022. Learn about the cataclysmic origins of gamma-ray bursts, including massive star deaths and compact object mergers, and the formation of astrophysical jets moving at near light-speed. Discover the challenges posed by the BOAT's unprecedented brightness and its impact on data analysis. Trace the history of gamma-ray burst research from their accidental Cold War discovery to current theoretical models and detection techniques. Gain insights into the latest scientific understanding of these phenomena, including jet formation mechanisms and gamma-ray production, while also exploring the unanswered questions that continue to puzzle researchers in this cutting-edge field of astrophysics.

Syllabus

37C3 - About Gamma-Ray Bursts And Boats

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