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- 03.05. Jordan Simpson (IFY, NTNU): Cataclysmic variables with HiPERCAM
Abstract: Cataclysmic variables (CVs) are close interacting binary systems consisting of a white dwarf star (primary) accreting matter from a low-mass companion (secondary). As the end-state of many main sequence binaries, and potential progenitors to Type Ia supernovae, CVs form a crucial stage in the evolution of a wide variety of systems. The classical theory of CV evolution has persisted for over 40 years, despite its continuing failures to explain observations. Recently, a new empirical model has emerged that potentially explains many issues in CV evolution - however, a physical basis for this model is still needed. Using the ultra-fast quintuple-band imager HiPERCAM, along with advanced modelling techniques, the team at Sheffield (and collaborators) measures CVs with unprecedented precision to test this new model and ultimately resolve the long-standing problems in CV evolution once and for all. - 10.5., Alice Harding (Los Alamos): ??? Abstract:
- 23.05., Mathias Pavely Noedtvedt (IFY, NTNU): ??? Abstract:
- 10.506. Jens Andersen (IFY, NTNU): Pion condensation and pion stars
Abstract: In this talk I will discuss pion condensation in the context of two and three-flavor chiral perturbation theory. I will present results for quark and pion condensates as functions of the isospin chemical potential. The results compare favorably to those of lattice QCD. As an application, I will discuss pion condensation in a dense neutrino cloud and the possibility of pion stars. These are compact objects with a mass up to 20 solar masses and radii of up to 140km.
- tbd: . Vittoria Vecchiotti (IFY, NTNU): ??
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- tbd: , Alice Harding (Los Alamos): ??? Abstract: xx.yy . Michael Unger (KIT and IFY, NTNU): ??
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