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Dr. Lydia Makrygianni is a Senior Research Associate in the Department of Physics at Lancaster University . She specializes in Transient Astrophysics , focusing on dynamic cosmic phenomena such as tidal disruption events in interacting galaxies. Her research falls under the broader fields of Astrophysics and Astronomy, with specific interests in transient events, galactic interactions, and observational techniques. Recent work includes the study of AT2022wtn, a tidal disruption event in an interacting galaxy, published in the Monthly Notices of the Royal Astronomical Society. Dr. Makrygianni is affiliated with the Observational Astrophysics research group. While no scientific awards or grants are explicitly mentioned in the provided texts, her collaborative publications suggest active involvement in international research networks.

• Transient Astrophysics
• Observational Astrophysics

Charlotte Ward is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Astronomy and Astrophysics at Princeton University, affiliated with the Astro Data Lab. Her research focuses on time-domain survey science, multi-wavelength analysis of variable celestial objects, and accretion disk dynamics in active galactic nuclei (AGN) and tidal disruption events (TDEs). She develops advanced image modeling techniques, such as Scarlet2, to address observational challenges in upcoming sky surveys like Rubin Observatory. Education: PhD in Astronomy, University of Maryland (2022) Bachelor's degree in Physics, University of Sydney (undergraduate and honors thesis work on fast radio bursts and pulsars) Research Interests: Ward investigates 'state-changing' AGN, variable AGN in dwarf galaxies, and TDEs. She combines optical, infrared, and radio data to study accretion disk formation and evolution, particularly in scenarios involving wandering black holes or triggered accretion events. Her work also involves improving methodologies for transient detection in crowded fields using multi-resolution imaging. Advising & Mentoring: She mentors undergraduate thesis projects and collaborates with graduate students at Princeton and other institutions. Previously led educational outreach programs targeting underrepresented groups through GRAD-MAP and Princeton's Physics EDI Initiative. Labs & Collaborations: Core contributor to the Astro Data Lab at Princeton and the Scarlet2 development team. Collaborates with the ZTF black holes working group and utilizes surveys like VLASS and VAST for radio follow-ups.

• Time-Domain Astronomy
• Multi-Wavelength Analysis
• Active Galactic Nuclei (AGN)
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Dacheng Lin is a Research Professor in the Department of Physics at Northeastern University (NU), where he has held this position since December 2020. Previously, he served as a Research Scientist at the University of New Hampshire (UNH) from 2014 to 2017, later becoming a Research Assistant Professor with a joint appointment in the Department of Physics and the Space Science Center within the Institute for the Study of Earth, Oceans, and Space. His academic journey includes a PhD in Physics from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (2009) and an undergraduate degree from the University of Science and Technology of China. Dr. Lin specializes in high-energy astrophysics, focusing on black hole candidates, neutron star accretion processes, tidal disruption events, and X-ray astronomy. His research leverages multiwavelength observations and advanced spectroscopic techniques to study phenomena such as ultraluminous X-ray sources, magnetar-powered transients, and stellar disruption dynamics. Notable contributions include identifying intermediate-mass black hole candidates in dwarf galaxies and analyzing prolonged tidal disruption events. His work integrates cutting-edge telescopes like Chandra and XMM-Newton, emphasizing transient event detection and source classification. While no formal awards are listed, his research has garnered attention, including a feature in Northeastern’s news for discovering high-energy signals from billions of light years away. Dr. Lin’s advising and grant activities remain unspecified in the provided texts, though his prior roles at UNH suggest involvement in collaborative research teams and observational projects. Dr. Lin’s affiliations and research reflect a deep engagement with extragalactic phenomena and compact object astrophysics, contributing to our understanding of accretion physics and high-energy transients in the universe.

• Astrophysics
• High-Energy Astrophysics
• Black Hole Physics
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Abigail Polin is a theoretical and computational astrophysicist and Professor of Physics and Astronomy at Purdue University. Her research focuses on astrophysical transients, particularly Type Ia supernovae and stellar explosions. She utilizes hydrodynamical simulations and radiative transport calculations to bridge theory with observational data. Polin holds a PhD from UC Berkeley (2020), where she worked under Peter Nugent and Dan Kasen, and previously served as a postdoctoral fellow at Carnegie Observatories and Caltech. Her work has been recognized with the NERSC Early Career Award (2025) for modeling sub-Chandrasekhar mass Type Ia supernovae. Polin's research spans observational astronomy, numerical modeling, and instrument design, including proposals for CubeSat missions like UVIa to study ultraviolet signatures of supernovae. She collaborates extensively with international teams on projects like the Carnegie Supernova Project-II and Zwicky Transient Facility surveys. Key research themes include: Explosion mechanisms for calcium-rich transients and Iax/Ia supernovae Stellar progenitor systems and detonation processes Anisotropy studies in supernova remnants Multi-wavelength observations using JWST and ground-based facilities Her recent work emphasizes late-time NIR spectroscopy, forbidden line emission analysis, and the connection between theoretical models and observational data from transient surveys. Polin actively participates in transient classification efforts like POISE and contributes to both observational campaigns and numerical simulation frameworks.

• Astrophysical Transients
• Stellar Explosions
• Type Ia Supernovae
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Luke Zoltan Kelley is an Adjunct Assistant Professor of Astronomy at the University of California, Berkeley . He holds a PhD from Harvard University (2018) and previously served as a Lindheimer Prize Postdoctoral Fellow (Northwestern University) and Cottrell Fellow (CIERA). His research focuses on theoretical astrophysics at the intersection of gravitational waves and cosmological environments, particularly using pulsar timing arrays (PTAs) to study massive black hole binaries (MBHBs). He chairs the Astrophysics Working Group in the NANOGrav Pulsar Timing Array collaboration. Research Interests: Multi-messenger astrophysics, low-frequency gravitational waves from MBHBs, stellar tidal disruption events, active galactic nuclei dynamics, and LISA mission science. He also develops software tools like kalepy and holodeck for analyzing gravitational wave signals and simulating MBHB populations. Key Achievements: Lead author on 13 papers including breakthroughs in Pulsar Timing Array analysis Advises 15 student-led studies on MBHB dynamics and gravitational wave detection Recipient of prestigious postdoctoral fellowships (Cottrell, Lindheimer) Publications: Over 87 papers with 8,926 total citations. Recent work includes detecting gravitational wave signals in NANOGrav data and modeling MBHB evolution in cosmological simulations. Labs/Teams: Leads the NANOGrav Astrophysics Working Group and collaborates with teams at NASA, CERN, and international observatories.

• Multi-messenger Astrophysics
• Gravitational Waves
• Massive Black Hole Binaries
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Charles R. Evans is the Agnew H. Bahnson, Jr. Professor of Physics at the University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill. He holds a PhD from the University of Texas at Austin (1984) and a B.A. from Vanderbilt University (1976). His research focuses on gravitational physics, relativistic astrophysics, and numerical relativity, with particular emphasis on gravitational waves, black hole dynamics, and extreme-mass-ratio inspirals. Evans has served as Associate Department Chair (2006-2009, 2012-2017), Director of Graduate Studies (2006-2009), and Visiting Full Professor at University College Dublin (2023-2028). He has advised numerous PhD students who now hold positions at institutions like MIT, Los Alamos National Laboratory, and Cardiff University. Evans' awards include Fellow of the American Physical Society (2017), Agnew H. Bahnson Jr. Distinguished Professor (2015), and the Presidential Young Investigator Award (1990). His work spans computational fluid dynamics, magnetohydrodynamics, and the theoretical modeling of stellar tidal disruptions by massive black holes. Key contributions include pioneering constrained transport methods for magnetohydrodynamic simulations and foundational studies in critical phenomena during gravitational collapse. His recent publications explore post-Newtonian expansions for eccentric-orbit systems, self-force effects in extreme-mass-ratio binaries, and relativistic tidal interactions. Collaborations include projects at the Max Planck Institute and NASA, with ongoing research into gravitational wave physics and numerical relativity.

• Gravitational Physics
• Relativistic Astrophysics
• Gravitational Waves
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Krzysztof Stanek is a Professor in the Department of Astronomy at The Ohio State University , where he has been a faculty member since 2005. He holds the title of University Distinguished Scholar (2018) and shared the 2020 AAS Beatrice M. Tinsley Prize with Chris Kochanek for their work on the ASAS-SN project. His research focuses on time-domain astrophysics , including supernovae, gamma-ray bursts, and the use of red clump stars as distance indicators. Stanek leads the All-Sky Automated Survey for Supernovae (ASAS-SN) , pioneering global transient detection. Education: Ph.D. 1996, Astrophysics, Princeton University M.A. 1994, Astrophysics, Princeton University M.Sc. 1991, Physics, Warsaw University Research Interests: His work emphasizes massive stars, stellar explosions, galactic structure, and transient phenomena. Notable contributions include linking gamma-ray bursts to massive star deaths and advancing red clump distance measurements. Awards & Recognition: 2022 Guggenheim Fellowship 2020 AAS Beatrice M. Tinsley Prize 2018 OSU Distinguished Scholar Advising & Collaborations: Current graduate student: Dom Rowan (Ph.D. expected 2025). Past advisees include Jose Luis Prieto, Ben Shappee, Tom Holoien, and Tharindu Jayasinghe. Collaborations span international teams in transient detection and stellar astrophysics. Key Projects: The ASAS-SN project has discovered thousands of supernovae and transients, with data driving studies of stellar evolution, galaxy formation, and cosmology. Recent work includes analyzing tidal disruption events and variable star populations.

• Supernovae
• Gamma Ray Bursts
• Galactic Structure
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Colin A. Norman is a Professor at the Space Telescope Science Institute (STScI) with affiliations at Johns Hopkins University. His research focuses on theoretical astrophysics and observational astronomy, particularly leveraging large space missions like Hubble, Chandra, JWST, and AXIS. He has held appointments at Oxford, Cambridge, and other leading institutions globally. Dr. Norman's work emphasizes understanding galaxy formation, supermassive black hole dynamics, and AGN feedback mechanisms using multi-wavelength observations. Education: Bachelor's degree from Melbourne University D.Phil. in Physics & Astronomy from Oxford University Research Interests: Dr. Norman investigates the interplay between galaxy evolution and supermassive black holes, with a focus on high-redshift phenomena. His studies use JWST to probe the earliest galaxies, AGN activity in obscured environments, and the role of mergers in triggering radio-loud quasars. He collaborates extensively with global teams to analyze data from missions like Chandra and LOFAR. Publications Trends: Recent articles highlight discoveries of recoiling black holes, high-redshift galaxy properties via gravitational lensing, and AGN feedback mechanisms. His work often combines JWST spectroscopy with multi-wavelength data to address cosmic dawn questions. Advising & Grants: While specific grants are not listed, his collaborations suggest involvement in major observational programs. He actively mentors graduate students and postdocs in theoretical and observational astrophysics. Labs/Teams: Collaborates with international groups on projects like the J1030 field survey and Spiderweb protocluster studies. His work is foundational for upcoming missions like AXIS, aiming to advance AGN and galaxy evolution research.

• Theoretical Astrophysics
• Observational Astronomy
• Large Space Missions (Hubble, Chandra, JWST, AXIS)
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Professor Iain Steele is a faculty member at the Astrophysics Research Institute of Liverpool John Moores University , specializing in astronomical technology. His research spans astronomical instrumentation , blazar jet physics , gamma-ray bursts , and supernovae spectropolarimetry . BSc (Hons) Physics with Astrophysics, University of Leicester PhD Observational Astronomy, University of Leicester Current research focuses on multiwavelength polarization analysis , X-ray emission mechanisms , and machine learning applications in astronomical seeing prediction. Recent work includes studies of sub-Jovian planets, blazar flaring activity, and IXPE monitoring campaigns. Professional activities include membership of the STFC Science Board (PPAN) since 2024. Available for advisory committees , collaborative projects , and peer review activities. Publications demonstrate expertise in high-energy astrophysics , polarization modeling , and instrumentation design .

• Astronomical sciences
• Space sciences
• Electronics, sensors and digital hardware
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Dr. Sandra De Jesus Raimundo is a Lecturer in Astronomy at the University of Southampton's Department of Physics and Astronomy, where she conducts cutting-edge research on supermassive black holes and active galactic nuclei. She is a member of the Southampton Theory Astrophysics and Gravity (STAG) Research Centre and actively supervises multiple PhD students while teaching undergraduate physics courses including PHYS1005 and PHYS1201. Her research focuses on understanding the complex relationship between supermassive black holes and their host galaxies, with particular expertise in changing-look AGNs and tidal disruption events. Dr. Raimundo employs multi-wavelength observations and theoretical modeling to investigate how black holes accrete material and influence galactic evolution across cosmic time. Her work bridges observational astronomy with theoretical astrophysics to unravel the mysteries of galaxy-black hole co-evolution. Analysis of her recent publication record (2023-2025) reveals a strong emphasis on active galactic nuclei variability, black hole fueling mechanisms, and transient phenomena in galactic nuclei. Her research spans observational studies of specific objects like Mrk 590 and NGC 5806, as well as broader investigations into AGN populations in dwarf galaxies and the effects of fresh gas on nuclear activity. She frequently collaborates on major observational campaigns and contributes to the development of new astronomical methodologies. Dr. Raimundo is an active member of the astronomical community, contributing to significant projects like the AtLAST science initiative. Her work appears regularly in top-tier journals including The Astrophysical Journal and Monthly Notices of the Royal Astronomical Society. As an educator, she holds Fellowship of the Higher Education Academy and is currently accepting new PhD students interested in black hole astrophysics and galaxy evolution. Her research group investigates the dynamic processes at the centers of galaxies, utilizing data from major observational facilities to advance our understanding of cosmic structure formation.

• Supermassive black holes
• Active Galactic Nuclei
• Galaxy evolution and dynamics
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Sanaea Cooper Rose is a Lindheimer Postdoctoral Fellow at the Center for Interdisciplinary Exploration and Research in Astrophysics (CIERA) at Northwestern University . Her research focuses on interactions between stars and stellar remnants in dense star clusters, particularly how these interactions lead to unique stellar populations and drive extreme astrophysical events such as collisions, mergers, and tidal disruptions. Fields of Interest Black Holes & Dead Stars Exoplanets & The Solar System Galaxies & Cosmology Gravitational Waves & Multi-Messenger Astronomy Stellar Dynamics & Stellar Populations Artificial Intelligence Scientific Awards Research Corporation for Science Advancement (RCSA) Fellow (2025)

• Black Holes & Dead Stars
• Exoplanets & The Solar System
• Galaxies & Cosmology
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Ethan O. Nadler is an Assistant Professor at the University of California, San Diego, affiliated with the Department of Astronomy & Astrophysics. He previously held joint postdoctoral positions at Carnegie Observatories and the University of Southern California Department of Physics & Astronomy. His research bridges galaxy formation, dark matter physics, and near-field cosmology, with a focus on the faintest galaxies, microphysical DM nature, and small-scale cosmic structure. He employs cosmological simulations, semi-analytic models, and observational data from surveys like DES, SAGA, and DELVE. His recent publications highlight interdisciplinary work on dark matter-baryon interactions, self-interacting ultralight DM, and the Milky Way's dark matter distribution. As an educator, he teaches undergraduate and graduate courses at UCSD and has developed materials for advanced cosmology and galaxy formation at USC, UC Davis, and Stanford. NSF Graduate Research Fellow (Stanford University) Dr. Nadler mentors a diverse group of students, spanning undergraduate to graduate levels, on projects related to dwarf galaxy modeling, dark matter simulations, and cosmological data analysis. His leadership roles include co-convening the Dark Energy Science Collaboration's Dark Matter Working Group.

• Galaxy Formation
• Dark Matter
• Near-Field Cosmology
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Xiaoshan Huang is a Sherman Fairchild Postdoctoral Scholar Research Associate in Theoretical Astrophysics at the California Institute of Technology (Caltech). They are affiliated with the Division of Physics, Mathematics and Astronomy, contributing to cutting-edge research in astrophysics and related fields. Research Interests: Xiaoshan's work focuses on theoretical astrophysics, including tidal disruption events (TDEs), cosmic ray dynamics, and high-energy phenomena. Key areas include stellar dynamics, galactic evolution, radiation hydrodynamics, and cosmic ray-driven processes. They also engage in public outreach through initiatives like the Dark Skies, Bright Kids program, promoting astronomy education among youth. Recent research trends show a dual focus on theoretical astrophysics (e.g., TDE emission mechanisms and cosmic ray-driven outflows) and educational outreach (e.g., community-based astronomy initiatives). Their studies bridge fundamental astrophysical processes with broader societal impacts through science communication. No scientific awards have been listed. Advising/Grants: No formal advisees or grant information provided in available texts. Likely engaged in collaborative research projects within the Division. Labs/Teams: Active member of the Theoretical Astrophysics group at Caltech, contributing to interdisciplinary projects involving astrophysical simulations and observational data analysis.

• Theoretical Astrophysics
• Cosmic Ray Dynamics
• Stellar Dynamics
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Sandra Raimundo is an Assistant Professor and External Researcher at the Niels Bohr Institute, DARK Centre for Cosmology, University of Copenhagen, and concurrently serves as a Lecturer in Astronomy at the University of Southampton since July 2020. Her educational background includes: PhD in Astronomy, University of Cambridge (awarded February 18, 2012) Dr. Raimundo's research spans observational astrophysics with core expertise in black holes, active galactic nuclei (AGN), and galaxy evolution. She investigates photometric variability of AGN in dwarf galaxies, tidal disruption events, changing-look AGN phenomena, and AGN feedback effects on host galaxies using multi-wavelength observations and time-domain surveys. Her recent publications (2024-2025) demonstrate concentrated work in time-domain astrophysics, featuring studies on variable AGN in dwarf galaxies, disk reprocessing in tidal disruption events, and supernova progenitor evolution. These works frequently emerge from large international collaborations such as the Young Supernova Experiment and Pan-STARRS. She is an integral member of the DARK Centre for Cosmology, which conducts cutting-edge research on dark matter, dark energy, and cosmological structure formation. Her observational work directly contributes to the center's mission of advancing fundamental cosmic understanding through empirical evidence.

• Astronomy
• Astrophysics
• Black Holes
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George Fuller is Distinguished Professor of Physics at UC San Diego and Director of the Center for Astrophysics and Space Sciences. He earned his Ph.D. from Caltech under William Fowler and has held positions at Chicago, UC Santa Cruz, and Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory. His research integrates: Neutrino physics in astrophysical environments Dark matter detection and theoretical models General relativistic effects in stellar collapse Big Bang nucleosynthesis and early universe physics Gravitational wave sources from cosmic events Recent publications focus on neutrino dynamics in supernovae, sterile neutrino dark matter, and QCD transitions in the early universe. His work frequently combines particle physics with cosmological phenomena using analytical and computational approaches. Awards: Hans A. Bethe Prize (APS 2013) Fellow of the American Physical Society He leads theoretical efforts in the Simons Observatory collaboration and supervises graduate students in nuclear and particle astrophysics. Current projects investigate dark matter interactions in massive stars and lepton number violations in core-collapse supernovae.

• Theoretical Nuclear Physics
• Elementary Particle Physics
• Astrophysics
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