Magnetic Mysteries of the Galaxies - Livestream

The space between stars is a magnetic soup of electrons, atoms, molecules, ions, and dust grains, known as the interstellar medium (ISM). It is this material that ultimately condenses to form stars, planets, and life. The densest and coldest part of the ISM are the birthplace of stars. However, the exact processes governing star formation within galaxies remain one of astrophysics' most compelling mysteries. To answer this question, we focus on a crucial, yet often overlooked player: magnetic fields. However, observing magnetic fields is not an easy task. In this talk, Dr. Mehrnoosh Tahani will discuss how novel methods of observing and studying magnetic fields are reshaping our understanding of how galaxies evolve to form stars, shedding light on the mysteries of magnetic galaxies.

Speaker: Mehrnoosh Tahani, Stanford University

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