Galactic Archaeology in the Gaia Era - Understanding Galaxy Formation and Assembly

Explore a seminar lecture on galactic archaeology where Keith Hawkins from the University of Texas at Austin delves into the fundamental questions of galaxy formation and evolution. Learn how astronomers use the Milky Way as a unique laboratory for studying galactic assembly, leveraging precise data on positions, motions, and chemical compositions of billions of stars. Discover how large-scale astronomical surveys, particularly the Gaia mission, contribute to uncovering our Galaxy's structure and assembly history, offering insights into the broader understanding of how galaxies form and evolve across the universe.