Why Are Early Low-Mass Galaxies Preferentially Elongated?

Explore the intriguing question of why early low-mass galaxies tend to be elongated in shape during this 20-minute conference talk by Viraj Pandya from Columbia University. Delivered as part of the "Cosmic Dawn Revealed by JWST: The Physics of the First Stars, Galaxies, and Black Holes" conference at the Kavli Institute for Theoretical Physics, this presentation delves into the fascinating realm of early galaxy formation. Gain insights into the unique characteristics of low-mass galaxies in the early universe and the potential implications for our understanding of cosmic evolution. Discover how observations from the James Webb Space Telescope (JWST) are revolutionizing our knowledge of the first billion years of cosmic history and challenging existing theoretical models of galaxy formation.