Topic: The Explosive Universe
Speaker: Griffin Hosseinzadeh, PhD
Hosted at Oasis Event Center, we will enjoy a talk on The Explosive Universe given by Griffin Hosseinzadeh, PhD.
We look forward to welcoming you all in person for this exciting discussion. Light snacks and refreshments will be provided.
Griffin Hosseinzadeh, PhD, is an Assistant Professor at UCSD specializing in observations of explosive astronomical transients, particularly supernovae and kilonovae, which he uses to study the poorly understood late stages of stellar evolution.
Over the past decade, a new generation of high-cadence sky surveys has revolutionized the field of time-domain astronomy, the study of astronomical phenomena that vary on timescales of days to months. Astronomical transients—the explosions, mergers, and disruptions of stars and stellar remnants—uniquely probe the extremes of stellar evolution that are not accessible via typical stars. Transients contribute to many aspects of astrophysics, including the synthesis of heavy elements and the enrichment of galaxies. This lecture will introduce various types of astronomical transients, explore what they can teach us about the universe, and discuss the technology required for these time-sensitive observations.
Location: San Diego Oasis – Rancho Bernardo Innovation Center Room 17170 Bernardo Center Drive San Diego, CA 92128
Registration is required. Register for the September Program Meeting