Astronomy Research

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Astronomy and Astrophysics Research at Western

Extragalactic

We study the formation and development of galaxies using the latest observations from some of the newest and most powerful instruments available. (Research Faculty)

Instrumentation

Whether to witness meteors entering our atmosphere or to view the Universe in new ways, we develop state-of-the-art instruments to achieve our goals. (Research Faculty)

ISM & Circumstellar Material

To study the complex dynamical systems of the ISM or the circumstellar material surrounding massive stars, we use innovative computational modeling techniques. (Research Faculty)

Solar System

Our Western Meteor Physics Group focuses on studying the interaction of small Solar System bodies with the Earth using a variety of observational techniques. (Research Faculty)

Star Formation

We have particular expertise at Western in theoretical and computational methods for modeling interstellar gas dynamics and star formation. (Research Faculty)

Stars

From dusty atmospheres to magnetic fields, we research various properties of the stars in our Galaxy. (Research Faculty)

Theory

Applying complex theoretical methods with increasingly powerful computers allow us to tackle some of the major problems in astrophysics. (Research Faculty)