Local Universe (Stellar Populations)
Researchers
Local Universe (Stellar Populations)
Area 4 is dedicated to reconstructing the history of our galaxy and that of its neighbouring systems, from dwarf galaxies to galactic clusters. In our galaxy, this area analyses the dynamics and chemistry of stellar populations and clusters in order to understand the structure and history of the Milky Way. On the other hand, it is dedicated to the study of the dwarf galaxies orbiting our galaxy and also those galaxies present in galactic clusters, with the aim of understanding the processes that influence the morphological evolution of galaxies.
Research Topics
Galactic Astronomy
By analysing stellar dynamics, stellar population chemistry and galactic archaeology, we seek to understand how our galaxy has formed and evolved over time. This integrative approach unravels the complex interactions and processes that have shaped the Milky Way and neighbouring galaxies, providing a detailed insight into the near-field cosmology and structure of the local universe.
Galactic Interactions
Studying how galaxies interact within groups and clusters reveals processes that are crucial for understanding galactic morphological evolution over time. Investigating the dynamics of dwarf galaxies in their interaction with the Milky Way, as well as the impact of gravitational and environmental forces on wider galactic clusters, helps to understand changes in star formation, dark matter accretion and chemical evolution on different cosmic scales.
