Type Ia Supernova Progenitors - Ruediger Pakmor

Explore the fascinating world of Type Ia supernova progenitors in this 34-minute conference talk by Ruediger Pakmor from the Max Planck Institute for Astrophysics. Delve into the latest research on white dwarfs and their role as potential progenitors of thermonuclear supernovae. Gain insights from astrometric, photometric, and spectroscopic all-sky surveys that provide a comprehensive view of the Galactic white dwarf population. Discover how these stellar remnants serve as probes for various astrophysical phenomena, including star and planet formation, Galactic star formation rates, and low-frequency gravitational wave sources. Learn about the improved models of electron-degenerate stars and the underlying physics crucial for understanding these cosmic objects. Recorded as part of the "White Dwarfs from Physics to Astrophysics" conference at the Kavli Institute for Theoretical Physics, this talk offers a valuable perspective on the current state of white dwarf research and its implications for our understanding of the universe.