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Dark Energy

Massive Black Holes: Insights from Cosmological Simulations

Event Type
Seminar/Symposium
Sponsor
Department of Astronomy
Location
134 Astronomy Building
Virtual
wifi event
Date
Oct 29, 2024   3:45 - 4:45 pm  
Speaker
Professor Tiziana DiMatteo
Contact
Daniel Franco
E-Mail
danielf9@illinois.edu
Phone
217-300-6769
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Originating Calendar
Astronomy Colloquium Speaker Calendar

The enigmatic journey of massive black holes—from their origins as seed populations in the early universe to their growth through accretion and mergers—is a vastly multi-scale phenomenon deeply intertwined with the process of galaxy formation. Using cutting-edge cosmological simulations, we can unravel aspects of the co-evolution of galaxies and black holes. The simulations provide insights into the elusive population of Intermediate Mass Black Holes and also shed light on some of the largest black holes and their mergers. They are invaluable for guiding observational strategies and interpreting current and upcoming data.

This a Zoom only seminar. There will be additional space at the Kaler Classroom. 

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