Stellar Physics Courses and Certifications

MonashPhysicsAndAstronomy

Exploring Stellar Physics and Star-Planet Interaction Through the Lens of Stellar Chemical Abundance

Delve into stellar physics through chemical abundance analysis, exploring lithium patterns in stars, planetary system formation, and the fascinating interplay between stars and their planets.

• YouTube
• 43 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Institute for Advanced Study

Stellar Physics in (3+1) D: Massive Stars at the Intersection of Large-Scale Numerical Models and Time-Domain Surveys

Delve into advanced stellar physics concepts and numerical modeling techniques for studying massive stars, with focus on time-domain surveys and large-scale computational approaches.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 2 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Kavli Institute for Theoretical Physics

An Overview of Angular Momentum Transport in Stars - Jim Fuller

Explore angular momentum transport in stars, covering recent observational advances, theoretical developments, and 3D simulations to improve understanding of stellar physics and interior processes.

• YouTube
• 1 hour
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Kavli Institute for Theoretical Physics

Mixing by Internal Gravity Waves in Stars - Ashlin Varghese

Explores internal gravity waves' role in stellar mixing, addressing uncertainties in heat, chemical, and angular momentum transport. Combines observational data, 1D models, and 3D simulations to refine stellar physics understanding.

• YouTube
• 27 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Kavli Institute for Theoretical Physics

An Overview of Stellar Convection - Anne Thoul

Comprehensive exploration of stellar convection, covering recent observational data, 1D models, and 3D simulations to improve understanding of heat, chemical, and angular momentum transport in stars.

• YouTube
• 59 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Kavli Institute for Theoretical Physics

Asteroseismology - Advances in Stellar Interior Transport

Experts discuss advancements in asteroseismology, exploring stellar interior transport processes and their impact on our understanding of stellar physics, using observational data and theoretical models.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 18 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Kavli Institute for Theoretical Physics

MHD Effects on Thermohaline Mixing in Stars - Adrian Fraser

Explores MHD effects on thermohaline mixing in stellar interiors, discussing recent advances in observational data, 1D models, and 3D simulations to improve understanding of stellar physics.

• YouTube
• 29 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Kavli Institute for Theoretical Physics

An Overview of Stellar Observations - Ylva Gotberg

Explore stellar observations and their impact on understanding transport processes in stellar interiors, including heat, chemical elements, and angular momentum, with insights from recent observational advances and modeling techniques.

• YouTube
• 1 hour
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Kavli Institute for Theoretical Physics

A New Mechanism for the Origin of WNL Stars - Arpita Roy

Explores a novel mechanism for the formation of WNL stars, discussing recent observational data and theoretical advancements in stellar physics and interior transport processes.

• YouTube
• 30 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Kavli Institute for Theoretical Physics

Stellar Transport and the Climate of Stars - Blackboard Lunch

Explore stellar structure, transport mechanisms, and climate through global oscillation modes and chemical abundances. Gain insights into observational techniques and numerical challenges in astrophysics.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 1 minute
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Kavli Institute for Theoretical Physics

Convective Penetration - Context, Theory, and Simulations - Evan Anders

Exploring convective penetration in stellar interiors through theory and simulations, focusing on transport processes and their impact on stellar physics and modeling.

• YouTube
• 30 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Kavli Institute for Theoretical Physics

An Overview of Asteroseismology - May Gade Pedersen

Explore stellar interiors through asteroseismology, examining pulsation modes, rotation rates, and internal mixing processes. Gain insights into stellar physics using observational data and theoretical models.

• YouTube
• 58 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Kavli Institute for Theoretical Physics

Architectures of Rotating Star-Planet Systems - Rafael Garcia

Explores rotating star-planet system architectures using data analysis, machine learning, and modeling techniques. Covers hot stars, masking, decision trees, random forests, and orbital period observations.

• YouTube
• 29 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Kavli Institute for Theoretical Physics

An Overview of 1D Modeling of Stellar Interiors - Jen Van Saders

Comprehensive overview of 1D stellar interior modeling, covering key physics, observational challenges, and recent advancements. Explores transport processes, boundary conditions, and calibration techniques for improving stellar physics understanding.

• YouTube
• 1 hour
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Inside Livermore Lab

Stellar-Relevant Emission-Based Opacity Experiments at the Orion Laser Facility

Explore stellar-relevant emission-based opacity experiments conducted at the Orion Laser Facility, advancing our understanding of high energy density physics.

• YouTube
• 57 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video