Supernova Driven Galactic Dynamos - Mordecai-Mark Mac Low
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Overview
Explore the fascinating world of supernova-driven galactic dynamos in this 31-minute conference talk by Mordecai-Mark Mac Low from the American Museum of Natural History. Delivered as part of the "Turbulence in the Universe" conference at the Kavli Institute for Theoretical Physics, delve into the intricate relationship between supernovae and galactic magnetic fields. Examine how these powerful stellar explosions contribute to the generation and maintenance of large-scale magnetic fields in galaxies. Gain insights into the latest research on astrophysical turbulence, magnetic dynamo processes, and their implications for galaxy formation and evolution. Discover how this interdisciplinary field connects plasma physics, space physics, and numerical simulations to enhance our understanding of the complex dynamics shaping our universe.
Syllabus
Supernova Driven Galactic Dynamos â–¸ Mordecai-Mark Mac Low (AMNH)
Taught by
Kavli Institute for Theoretical Physics