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Explore transient astronomical phenomena and pulsar observations using the MeerKAT radio telescope in this 33-minute conference talk. Learn about the capabilities and applications of MeerKAT for detecting and studying fast radio transients, including rotating radio transients (RRATs), magnetars, giant pulses from pulsars, and other time-domain radio sources. Discover how this powerful South African radio telescope array contributes to the rapidly advancing field of fast radio transient astronomy through improved detection sensitivity and data processing techniques. Gain insights into observational strategies, detection algorithms, and the role of MeerKAT in building a comprehensive understanding of transient radio sources in our galaxy and beyond. Understand how MeerKAT observations complement global efforts in fast radio transient research and contribute to the development of next-generation radio astronomy capabilities.
Syllabus
Transients and Pulsars with MeerKAT by Prajwal V. Padmanabh
Taught by
International Centre for Theoretical Sciences