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Explore the formation mechanisms of highly asymmetric mass-ratio Galactic X-ray binaries and their connection to gravitational wave events in this 16-minute conference talk. Examine how recent gravitational wave detections are transforming our understanding of stellar mass black hole populations, while Gaia observations reveal new dormant black hole populations in detached binary systems. Investigate the role of microlensing in probing isolated black holes and discover how time domain surveys are uncovering transients that mark black hole formation and stellar interactions. Learn about the comprehensive lifecycle of stellar black holes, from their massive star progenitors through core collapse and associated transients, to their existence as dormant or accreting systems, and their potential fate as gravitational wave sources during mergers. Gain insights into cutting-edge observational and theoretical strategies being developed to address fundamental questions about stellar black hole evolution, presented as part of a broader scientific initiative bringing together researchers to review recent findings in this rapidly advancing field.
