SCP : The Astronomy & Astrophysics Section
Address: Astronomy & Astrophysics Section,
Dublin Institute for Advanced Studies,
31 Fitzwilliam Place, Dublin,
2 Ireland
The Astronomy and Astrophysics Section, which evolved from the former Cosmic Ray Section and the Astronomy Section at Dunsink Observatory, carries out research in a range of fields: active galactic nuclei, advanced evolution of massive stars, computational astrophysics, data mining, evolution of extragalactic systems, high-energy astrophysics, and star formation. Major areas of interest are:
- Star Formation - Prof. T. Ray
- Gamma Ray Bursts and Active Galaxies - Prof. E. Meurs
- Gamma Ray Astronomy, Astroparticle physics and Neutrino Astronomy - Prof. Felix Aharonian
- Cosmic Rays and Interstellar Gas Dynamics - Prof. L. O'C. Drury
The work of the Astronomy & Astrophysics Section is documented in detail in the annual reports:
Annual Report 2008 |
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Annual Report 2007 |
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Annual Report 2006 |
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Annual Report 2005 |
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Annual Report 2004 |
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In association with the family of the late Professor Cormac O'Ceallaigh, the School of Cosmic Physics sponsors the O'Ceallaigh Medal awarded by the Commission on Cosmic Rays (C4) of the International Union of Pure and Applied Physics.
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