Applied Physics and Materials Science

Stellar and Galactic Astrophysics

Stellar astrophysics examines the life cycles of stars from their formation in nebulae to their deaths as white dwarfs, neutron stars, or black holes. Studying stellar properties such as mass, temperature, luminosity, and composition helps us understand energy production, fusion, and elemental synthesis in the universe.

Galactic astrophysics focuses on the structure and dynamics of galaxies, including the Milky Way. It explores star formation rates, galactic collisions, spiral arm dynamics, and the role of supermassive black holes in galaxy evolution. Together, stellar and galactic studies provide a comprehensive picture of the universe’s building blocks.