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Ue-Li Penمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Theoretical Astrophysics
• Cosmology
• Radio Astronomy
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Ue-Li Pen is a Professor at the Canadian Institute for Theoretical Astrophysics (CITA), which is part of the Faculty of Arts & Science at the University of Toronto. His research focuses on theoretical astrophysics where basic physical effects can be isolated from astronomical complexities. His research interests include n-body and hydro simulations, origin of galaxy spin, dark energy studies through 21cm cosmology, baryon acoustic oscillations (BAO), absorber acceleration, and research on Fast Radio Bursts (FRBs) and pulsars related to gravitational waves, wave optics, and lensing. Current projects involve the non-linear dynamics of the cosmic neutrino background, 21cm intensity mapping, pulsar VLBI scintillometry, and the Canadian Hydrogen Intensity Mapping Experiment (CHIME). Analysis of recent publications shows Pen's work spans multiple cutting-edge areas in astrophysics, particularly focused on radio astronomy techniques, gravitational wave detection methods, black hole imaging, and cosmological measurements using 21cm radiation. His research often involves innovative applications of wave optics and interferometry to solve astrophysical problems. Professor Pen maintains an active research program with numerous recent publications in top astrophysics journals, demonstrating his continued leadership in the field of theoretical astrophysics and cosmology.

Michael Kramerمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Pulsars
• Neutron Stars
• Gravitational Physics
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Prof. Dr. Michael Kramer is a Professor of Astrophysics at the University of Manchester and a Scientific Member (Managing Director) at the Max Planck Institute for Radio Astronomy. He leads the COMPACT Research Group and specializes in radio astronomical fundamental physics. University of Manchester: Professor for Astrophysics Max Planck Institute for Radio Astronomy: Managing Director, Radio Astronomical Fundamental Physics Research Interests: Dr. Kramer focuses on pulsars , neutron stars , and gravitational physics , using these as tools to test general relativity , detect gravitational waves , and study transients in the Milky Way. Recent Research Trends: His 15 most recent publications emphasize fast radio bursts (FRBs) , axion dark matter searches , black hole imaging , and pulsar timing arrays for gravitational wave detection. Studies include the M87 jet, Galactic Center magnetars, and MeerKAT telescope optimizations.

James McKeeمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Radio Astronomy
• Pulsars
• Gravitational Waves
• +۳ مورد دیگر

James McKee is an Assistant Professor of Physics and Astronomy at Union College in Schenectady, NY, specializing in radio astronomy of neutron stars and pulsar timing for gravitational wave detection since 2024. His work leverages international telescope networks to study extreme cosmic phenomena. Education: B.Sc. in Physics with Astrophysics, University of Hull (2010-2013) Ph.D. in Astronomy and Astrophysics, University of Manchester (2013-2017) Dr. McKee's research centers on pulsar timing arrays to detect nanohertz gravitational waves from supermassive black hole binaries, using pulsars as cosmic clocks. He investigates interstellar medium turbulence through radio signal dispersion and scattering, and explores connections between giant pulses in pulsars and fast radio bursts . His methodology combines decades-long observational data with advanced scintillometry techniques. His 2022 study on pulsar B1133+16 demonstrates his innovative approach, using 34 years of Arecibo data to map six discrete interstellar scattering screens within 372 parsecs, achieving sub-parsec precision for structures as close as 5.46 parsecs from Earth. Dr. McKee actively engages in public outreach through talks at events like WOMAD Music Festival 2024 and media appearances including BBC Radio Humberside. He secured University of Manchester Library funding to digitize 50 years of Jodrell Bank Observatory logbooks and consulted for the award-winning Moscow Planetarium documentary Colorful Universe . He collaborates with major international consortia: North American Nanohertz Observatory for Gravitational Waves (NANOGrav), Canadian Hydrogen Intensity Mapping Experiment (CHIME), New Extension in Nançay Upgrading LOFAR (NenuFAR), European Pulsar Timing Array (EPTA), and International Pulsar Timing Array (IPTA).

• Astrophysics
• Radio Astronomy
• Pulsar Studies
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. Ramesh Bhat is a Senior Research Fellow at Curtin University's School of Electrical Engineering, Computing and Mathematical Sciences (EECMS), affiliated with the Curtin Research Institute and Curtin Institute of Radio Astronomy (CIRA). His primary affiliation is with the Faculty of Science and Engineering. He is based at Curtin Perth Campus in Brodie Hall, Room 161. His research focuses on astrophysics and radio astronomy, particularly pulsar timing, gravitational wave detection using pulsar timing arrays, and the study of transient phenomena such as fast radio bursts (FRBs). He contributes to major projects like the High Time Resolution Universe (HTRU) survey, MeerTime, and the Murchison Widefield Array (MWA). Key research interests include pulsar population studies, interstellar medium interactions, signal processing for radio astronomy, and instrumentation development for next-generation telescopes like the Square Kilometre Array (SKA). His work spans theoretical models of pulsar emission mechanisms to observational studies of pulsar nulling, subpulse drifting, and gravitational wave backgrounds. Recent publications highlight advancements in pulsar survey techniques (e.g., GPU-accelerated analysis), discovery of new pulsars and FRBs, and constraints on cosmological models via pulsar timing arrays. His research often involves international collaborations, leveraging facilities like the Parkes radio telescope and the MWA. He actively contributes to radio interferometry, transient detection algorithms, and pulsar timing array data analysis. His work bridges observational astronomy with computational methods, aiming to advance understanding of compact objects and gravitational physics.

Stella Ockerمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر ارشد

• Astrophysics
• Radio Astronomy
• Pulsar Astronomy
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Stella Ocker is a Brinson Prize Postdoctoral Fellow at the California Institute of Technology (Caltech) and the Carnegie Observatories, affiliated with the Division of Physics, Mathematics, and Astronomy in the Astronomy Department. Her research focuses on using pulsars, fast radio bursts (FRBs), and multi-wavelength observations to study the interstellar and intergalactic medium. She is part of the NANOGrav Collaboration, the DSA-110 science team, and the pulsar working groups for DSA-2000 and the Square Kilometer Array (SKA). Her work addresses the distribution and dynamics of ionized gas in the Galaxy and beyond, with a particular emphasis on radio surveys like DSA-2000 and CHORD. Key research areas include probing circumgalactic turbulence via FRBs and pulsars, analyzing scattering variability in FRB environments, and studying plasma structures around neutron stars. She has contributed to projects like the NE2001p electron density model implementation and investigations of non-radiative shocks in stellar bow shocks. Ocker has also explored the heliosphere-interstellar medium interaction, leveraging Voyager 1 data to study plasma waves in interstellar space. Her awards include the Brinson Prize Postdoctoral Fellowship. Ocker collaborates extensively with international teams and contributes to major initiatives like NANOGrav’s gravitational wave detection efforts and the DSA-2000 survey. Her research bridges observational astronomy with theoretical modeling, addressing fundamental questions about cosmic plasma dynamics and the structure of the Galactic and extragalactic medium.

• Radio Astronomy
• Gravitational Waves
• Pulsar Timing Arrays
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Vivek Venkatraman Krishnan is a Research Associate at the Max Planck Institute for Radio Astronomy , specializing in radio astronomy and astrophysics. His work focuses on pulsar timing arrays, gravitational wave detection, and dark matter studies using advanced radio telescopes like MeerKAT. He is part of the TRAPUM collaboration and the European Pulsar Timing Array project, contributing to groundbreaking research in neutron star binaries and cosmic transients. Research Focus: Pulsar Timing Arrays, Gravitational Waves, Dark Matter, Neutron Stars, Fast Radio Bursts (FRBs), Binary Systems Awards: ERC Starting Grant Fellow His recent publications highlight contributions to gravitational wave sky mapping, ultralight axion dark matter analysis, and the discovery of exotic pulsar systems in globular clusters. He also collaborates on TRAPUM projects for transient detection and neutron star merger rate studies.

• Astrophysics
• Radio Astronomy
• Active Galactic Nuclei
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Rajan Chhetri is an Adjunct Research Associate at Curtin University, affiliated with the Curtin Research Institute and Curtin Institute of Radio Astronomy (CIRA), within the School of Electrical Engineering, Computing, and Mathematical Sciences. His research focuses on active galactic nuclei (AGNs), populations of radio sources, and multi-wavelength studies of extragalactic phenomena. He has conducted extensive work using radio interferometry and interplanetary scintillation techniques with instruments like the Murchison Widefield Array (MWA) and the Australia Telescope 20 GHz (AT20G) survey. Chhetri’s investigations include studying compact AGNs at high radio frequencies, analyzing gravitational lensing in the Southern hemisphere, and exploring how AGNs interact with their galactic environments. His recent projects involve leveraging interplanetary scintillation to detect sub-arcsecond compact objects at low radio frequencies, enabling unprecedented resolution without upgrading telescope capabilities. This work contributes to understanding cosmic phenomena like supermassive black hole activity and the structure of the interplanetary medium. His research outputs span over two decades, with notable contributions to surveys like GLEAM, AT20G, and MWA IPS, yielding insights into radio source populations, galaxy evolution, and space weather effects. Chhetri has also engaged in public outreach, bridging astronomy research with broader audiences.

Danny Priceمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس ارشد

• low-frequency radio astronomy
• instrumentation
• digital signal processing
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Dr. Danny Price is an Adjunct Senior Lecturer at Curtin University, affiliated with the Curtin Research Institute and Curtin Institute of Radio Astronomy (CIRA). He holds a position as SKA-Low Operations Scientist and is part of the Faculty of Science and Engineering within the School of Electrical Engineering, Computing and Mathematical Sciences (EECMS). His research focuses on low-frequency radio astronomy, instrumentation, digital signal processing, 21-cm cosmology, fast radio bursts (FRBs), pulsars, and technosignatures related to SETI. Price has contributed to developing novel file formats like SDHDF and optimizing beamforming techniques for large-scale radio telescopes. His work spans Breakthrough Listen projects targeting nearby stars, galaxies, and the Galactic Center, leveraging advanced machine learning and GPU computing for signal analysis. He has also been involved in infrastructure development for the Square Kilometer Array (SKA) and collaborates globally on radio transient monitoring systems. His teaching contributions span multiple disciplines including the Centre for Aboriginal Studies, Business and Law, Health Sciences, Humanities, and Science & Engineering. Affiliated across Curtin's campuses in Australia, Dubai, Malaysia, Mauritius, and Singapore, Price emphasizes interdisciplinary approaches to radio astronomy challenges. His publications highlight advancements in search pipelines for FRBs and technosignatures, hardware management systems, and the application of cutting-edge computational methods in radio instrumentation. While no formal awards are listed, his research has produced impactful work in cosmic dawn studies and pulsar timing methodologies.

Victoria Kaspiمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Astrophysics
• Neutron Star Studies
• Radio Astronomy
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Victoria Kaspi is a Professor of Physics at McGill University, affiliated with the Department of Physics and the McGill Space Institute. Her research focuses on observational studies of neutron stars, including pulsars and magnetars, using radio and X-ray telescopes. She leads projects involving the CHIME Telescope, the NANOGrav collaboration, and X-ray missions like Swift, NuSTAR, and Chandra. Her work includes searching for fast radio bursts (FRBs) and developing instrumentation for upcoming telescopes. Key affiliations include the McGill Pulsar Group and the McGill Astrophysics and Cosmology Group. Research Interests: Her research spans neutron star astrophysics, pulsar timing, magnetar studies, and the detection of gravitational waves via radio transient observations. She pioneers efforts to understand FRBs, their environments, and connections to extreme astrophysical phenomena. Collaborations involve international teams and cutting-edge facilities like CHIME, Arecibo, and the Green Bank Telescope. Grants & Teams: Kaspi's work is supported through major collaborations such as CHIME/FRB and NANOGrav. She leads the McGill Pulsar Group, which develops algorithms and instruments for transient detection. Her contributions have advanced our understanding of the neutron star 'zoo' and the interstellar medium's properties through FRB scintillation studies.

• Nuclear Physics
• Atomic Physics
• Quantum Science
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. Joshua Machacek is a Research Fellow at the Australian National University (ANU) in the Department of Nuclear Physics & Accelerator Applications. He is affiliated with the Positron research group and the He* BEC group, focusing on experimental and theoretical studies of positron interactions with matter. His research spans positron scattering, atomic/molecular collisions, quantum measurement techniques, and applications in materials science and astrophysics. Key interests include developing positron beam methods, measuring scattering cross-sections, and investigating positronium formation in interstellar environments. Machacek's recent publications (2018–2024) emphasize positron scattering dynamics, experimental innovations in beam polarization, and positron annihilation spectroscopy. His work is frequently published in journals such as Physical Review Letters , European Physical Journal D , and Nature Communications . He contributes to collaborative projects on radiation-hardened materials for space and astrophysical positron processes. No awards or advised students are mentioned in the provided data.

• Astrophysics
• Cosmic Magnetism
• Interstellar Gas
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Bryan Gaensler is the Dean of the Division of Physical & Biological Sciences at the University of California, Santa Cruz (UCSC), and a Professor of Astronomy and Astrophysics. He previously held roles including Director of the Dunlap Institute at the University of Toronto and Canada Research Chair in Radio Astronomy. His research focuses on cosmic magnetism, interstellar gas, and fast radio bursts (FRBs), with leadership roles in initiatives like the Polarisation Sky Survey of the Universe's Magnetism (POSSUM) and CHIME/FRB collaboration. Education: Ph.D. in Physics, University of Sydney (1999) Postdoctoral fellowships at MIT and Smithsonian Astrophysical Observatory Research Interests: Cosmic magnetism, FRBs, interstellar medium, galaxy evolution, and time-domain astrophysics. His work uses radio telescopes like ASKAP and CHIME to study magnetic fields and transient phenomena. His over 450 publications include groundbreaking studies on FRBs, magnetic fields in galaxies, and interstellar gas dynamics. Awards include the American Astronomical Society Pierce Prize and Australian Academy of Science Pawsey Medal. Gaensler also advocates for diversity and inclusion in academia, leading initiatives like the Toronto Initiative for Diversity and Excellence (TIDE). As Dean, he emphasizes three pillars: degree-defining student experiences, research impact, and embedding diversity/equity/inclusion (DEI) into institutional practices. His lab teams collaborate on projects like POSSUM and FRB localization efforts.

• Radio Astronomy
• Space Weather
• Interplanetary Scintillation
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. John Morgan is an Adjunct Research Fellow at Curtin University's School of Electrical Engineering, Computing and Mathematical Sciences, affiliated with the Curtin Research Institute and Curtin Institute of Radio Astronomy (CIRA). His research focuses on interplanetary scintillation, radio astronomy, space weather, and solar physics, leveraging facilities like the Murchison Widefield Array (MWA) and ASKAP. He contributes to large-scale surveys such as GLEAM-X and FLASH, analyzing transient radio sources and heliospheric phenomena. Education details are not explicitly provided in the text. Morgan collaborates widely on projects like the MWA IPS Survey, ionospheric remote sensing, and coronal mass ejection studies. His work appears in journals like Monthly Notices of the Royal Astronomical Society and Publications of the Astronomical Society of Australia . Key achievements include first ASKAP-based interplanetary scintillation measurements and detection of a three-decade-long radio transient. He advises on antenna design for small satellites and space weather applications. Awards or grants are not explicitly listed.

Vanessa Mossمشاهده پروفایل

استاد مدعو

• Radio Astronomy
• Astrophysics
• High-Energy Astrophysics
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. Vanessa Moss is an Adjunct Professor at the School of Electrical Engineering & Computer Science, University of Queensland. Her research focuses on radio astronomy, astrophysics, and collaborative science practices. She is actively involved in large observational projects like ASKAP and Apertif, contributing to surveys of galactic structures, transient phenomena, and HI absorption studies. Key research interests include radio surveys (e.g., RACS), fast radio bursts (FRBs), and advancing accessible conference formats. Her work bridges observational astronomy with data analysis, emphasizing sustainability and inclusivity in global scientific collaboration. Publications highlight her contributions to radio galaxy studies, interstellar medium dynamics, and technological advancements in radio telescopes. She has co-authored over 80 peer-reviewed articles, focusing on cosmological surveys, HI absorption in AGN, and multi-wavelength astronomy. Dr. Moss has pioneered efforts to digitize conferences, such as the virtual ICWIP 2021, and contributed to initiatives like Astronomers for Planet Earth to reduce the carbon footprint of astronomy. She collaborates internationally with institutions like the Westerbork Synthesis Radio Telescope (WSRT) and the Australian Square Kilometre Array Pathfinder (ASKAP).

• Gravitational Wave Physics
• Multi-messenger Astrophysics
• Transient Astronomy
• +۹ مورد دیگر

Michael W Coughlin is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Physics and Astronomy at the University of Minnesota, Twin Cities, within the College of Science and Engineering. His research is centered on gravitational wave physics, multi-messenger astrophysics, and transient phenomena, with significant contributions to the detection and analysis of neutron star mergers, supernovae, and kilonovae. His research interests include: Gravitational Wave Physics and Detection Multi-messenger Astrophysics Transient Astronomy (Supernovae, Kilonovae, Gamma-ray Bursts) Machine Learning Applications in Astronomy Real-time Detection Systems Data-driven Modeling of Astrophysical Events Recent publications highlight a strong focus on integrating machine learning for real-time gravitational wave detection, modeling kilonova uncertainties, classifying supernovae, and enabling follow-up observations through mobile toolkits. His work emphasizes open, collaborative infrastructure and leverages data from observatories such as LIGO, Fermi GBM, and the Vera C. Rubin Observatory. Notable scientific projects led by Dr. Coughlin include: Scheduling the Unexpected: A Multi-Messenger, Multi-Mission Observation Planning Toolkit Delivering Open, Accessible and Collaborative Infrastructure Enabling Multi-Messenger Astrophysics The Low-Latency Gravitational-Wave Alert System Enabling Fermi GBM Follow-Up Collaborative Research with the Vera C. Rubin Observatory and InterPlanetary Network Mobile Toolkits for Transient Follow-up by Amateur Astronomers He serves as Principal Investigator on multiple grants funded by NASA Goddard Space Flight Center and the National Science Foundation, demonstrating leadership in securing competitive research funding. His work fosters collaboration across institutions, including Caltech and international networks. He has contributed to open datasets such as the NMMA Kilonova Lightcurve Grids on Zenodo, promoting reproducibility and open science. Dr. Coughlin is actively involved in building infrastructure for transient follow-up and multi-messenger astronomy, with a vision toward real-time, coordinated observations across ground and space-based platforms.

Daniel Reardonمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر ارشد

• Astrophysics
• Gravitational Wave Astronomy
• Neutron Star Physics
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. Daniel Reardon is a Senior OzGrav Postdoctoral Research Fellow at Swinburne University of Technology's Centre for Astrophysics and Supercomputing (CAS). His primary research focuses on pulsar timing, gravitational wave detection, and interstellar scintillation. He leads the Parkes Pulsar Timing Array (PPTA) collaboration and chairs the International Pulsar Timing Array (IPTA) Steering Committee. Reardon completed his PhD at Monash University (2018) and a Bachelor of Science (Honours) at the University of Tasmania (2013). His work involves using radio telescopes like the Parkes Murriyang and MeerKAT to study neutron star physics and gravitational waves. Roles: Senior OzGrav Postdoctoral Researcher (2024–present), OzGrav Postdoctoral Researcher (2018–2024), PhD Candidate (2014–2018) Education: PhD in Astrophysics, Monash University (2018); BSc (Hons) in Physics & Applied Mathematics, University of Tasmania (2013) Research Interests: Daniel’s work centers on high-precision pulsar timing to detect gravitational waves from supermassive black hole binaries and study neutron star matter. He also investigates interstellar plasma structures via pulsar scintillation. His recent breakthroughs include measuring neutron star masses and radii, and uncovering plasma layers in pulsar bow shocks. Collaborations: ARC Centre of Excellence for Gravitational Wave Discovery (OzGrav), MeerKAT Pulsar Timing Array (MPTA), International Pulsar Timing Array (IPTA).