Introduction to Dynamics of Collisional Stellar Systems and Applications to Gravitational Wave Astronomy - Class 1

Dive into the first class of a comprehensive lecture series on the dynamics of collisional stellar systems and their applications to gravitational wave astronomy. Led by Alessandro Trani from the University of Tokyo, Japan, this 1-hour 22-minute session is part of the "Cosmological History: from Gravitational Waves to Exoplanets" program organized by ICTP-SAIFR. Explore fundamental concepts and cutting-edge research in this field, gaining insights into how stellar system dynamics contribute to our understanding of gravitational waves. Ideal for students and researchers in astrophysics and cosmology, this lecture provides a solid foundation for further study in this exciting area of astronomical research.