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Explore how cosmological simulations connect to gravitational wave observations in this conference talk examining the impact of star formation history on binary black hole merger populations. Learn about the revolutionary insights from gravitational wave detections that are transforming our understanding of stellar mass black holes, including discoveries from Gaia revealing dormant black holes in detached binaries, microlensing studies of isolated black holes, and time domain surveys detecting transients from black hole formation and interactions. Discover how these diverse observational approaches are unveiling new black hole populations that complement traditional X-ray and radio survey findings. Examine the complete lifecycle of stellar black holes, from their massive star progenitors through core collapse and associated transients to their evolution as dormant or accreting objects, potentially culminating as gravitational wave sources during mergers. Gain insights into current observational and theoretical strategies being developed to address fundamental questions about stellar black hole evolution and their connection to cosmological structure formation.
