Astronomy Colloquium Series Presents
Dr. Ann-Marie Madigan, Assistant Professor of Astrophysics, University of Colorado, Boulder
The Importance of Being Eccentric
The dynamics of bodies on eccentric orbits largely determines the evolution of planetary systems and stars near massive black holes. In this talk I will review eccentric dynamics and demonstrate wide-ranging implications such as the orbital clustering of Kuiper Belt objects in the outer solar system (which motivates the planet nine hypothesis), ‘double’ galactic nuclei, and the tidal disruptions of stars by massive black holes in post-merger galaxies.
Please note: Should you require any reasonable accommodations to ensure equal access and opportunity related to this event please contact Stacy Tiburzi at 734-764-3440 or stibu@umich.edu.
The dynamics of bodies on eccentric orbits largely determines the evolution of planetary systems and stars near massive black holes. In this talk I will review eccentric dynamics and demonstrate wide-ranging implications such as the orbital clustering of Kuiper Belt objects in the outer solar system (which motivates the planet nine hypothesis), ‘double’ galactic nuclei, and the tidal disruptions of stars by massive black holes in post-merger galaxies.
Please note: Should you require any reasonable accommodations to ensure equal access and opportunity related to this event please contact Stacy Tiburzi at 734-764-3440 or stibu@umich.edu.
| Building: | West Hall |
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| Event Type: | Lecture / Discussion |
| Tags: | Astronomy, Climate and Space Sciences and Engineering, Lecture, Physics |
| Source: | Happening @ Michigan from Department of Astronomy, Department of Physics, Michigan Institute for Research in Astrophysics |
