How Did the Milky Way Form?
The origin of the Milky Way and fundamental issues connected with galaxy evolution are the focus of the Collaborative Research Center (Sonderforschungsbereich, SFB) 881 “The Milky Way System” at Heidelberg University. SFB 881 is supported by the German Research Foundation (first funding period: 2011 – 2014, second funding period: 2015 – 2018).
Composite of images from the “Auriga” simulation of the Milky Way: the surrounding gas density 10 billion years ago (left) and the present-day gas disc (middle and right), showing cold gas (blue), warm gas (green) and hot gas (red). —
Credit: Grand et al. 2017, SFB subproject A1
The research work of SFB 881 revolves around our own galaxy, the Milky Way, a typical spiral galaxy and hence a member of the most common class of massive galaxies in the universe. The scientists involved in the SFB investigate the origins and evolution of the Milky Way and its surroundings in order to clarify fundamental principles of galaxy formation. Due to our location in the Milky Way, our Galaxy is a unique laboratory for the detailed exploration of the physical processes determining galaxy evolution. It is the only place where we can engage in “Galactic archaeology” and use the stars as fossil indicators of chemical evolution and the cosmic matter cycle.
Heidelberg astronomers are involved in many of the key photometric and spectroscopic surveys of the Milky Way. An important focus of the second funding period of SFB 881 is the scientific analysis of data from the European “Gaia” satellite mission. The theorists in the SFB network run elaborate simulations on a powerful new supercomputer established for the SFB. Approximately thirteen postdocs and fourteen graduate students are employed in the SFB. Every year, the SFB organizes topical international conferences and workshops. The SFB also offers projects for schools, advanced teacher training, and public lecture series.
The SFB 881 is located at the Zentrum für Astronomie der Universität Heidelberg (ZAH) and includes scientists from the Astronomisches Rechen-Institut (ARI), the Institute of Theoretical Astrophysics (ITA) and the Landessternwarte Königstuhl (LSW). The participating non-university research institutions are the Max Planck Institute of Astronomy (MPIA) and the Heidelberg Institute for Theoretical Studies (HITS). In addition, the Haus der Astronomie (HdA) helps to make research on the Milky Way accessible to the general public.
Source:
Anyone can join.
Anyone can contribute.
Anyone can become informed about their world.
"United We Stand" Click Here To Create Your Personal Citizen Journalist Account Today, Be Sure To Invite Your Friends.
Please Help Support BeforeitsNews by trying our Natural Health Products below!
Order by Phone at 888-809-8385 or online at https://mitocopper.com M - F 9am to 5pm EST
Order by Phone at 866-388-7003 or online at https://www.herbanomic.com M - F 9am to 5pm EST
Order by Phone at 866-388-7003 or online at https://www.herbanomics.com M - F 9am to 5pm EST
Humic & Fulvic Trace Minerals Complex - Nature's most important supplement! Vivid Dreams again!
HNEX HydroNano EXtracellular Water - Improve immune system health and reduce inflammation.
Ultimate Clinical Potency Curcumin - Natural pain relief, reduce inflammation and so much more.
MitoCopper - Bioavailable Copper destroys pathogens and gives you more energy. (See Blood Video)
Oxy Powder - Natural Colon Cleanser! Cleans out toxic buildup with oxygen!
Nascent Iodine - Promotes detoxification, mental focus and thyroid health.
Smart Meter Cover - Reduces Smart Meter radiation by 96%! (See Video).
| Online: | |
| Visits: | 1,600,076,091 |
| Stories: | 8,141,155 |
Whistler Blowers, Insiders
God!
Right. In the Beginning God created the heavens and the earth. This is what he created as described in the Bible. http://www.itshisstory.com/globe