About
Prof. dr. E. (Eline) Tolstoy explains how dwarf galaxies are studied star by star with the largest telescopes. The talk is at Theater Diligentia, Den Haag, on 15 February 2027 at 20:00.
What to expect
Prof. dr. E. (Eline) Tolstoy of the Kapteyn Instituut, Rijksuniversiteit Groningen, explains how dwarf galaxies are studied star by star with the largest telescopes.
- Stars are counted in images
- Ages are determined from images
- Spectra measure chemical properties
- Formation history is reconstructed step by step
- They help form larger galaxies
- They spread chemical elements in the universe
FAQ
Who is the speaker?
Prof. dr. E. (Eline) Tolstoy of the Kapteyn Instituut, Rijksuniversiteit Groningen.
What is the talk about?
Dwarf galaxies and how they are studied star by star with the largest telescopes.
Stars are counted in images and their ages determined.
Spectra measure chemical properties.
This helps reconstruct how dwarf galaxies formed and evolved.
How can I reserve a seat?
Reserve via the registration page: natuurwetenschappen-diligentia.nl
Who organizes it?
Koninklijke Maatschappij voor Natuurkunde 'Diligentia'.
Getting there
Diligentia, Lange Voorhout 5, 2514 EA Den Haag, Zuid-Holland, NL
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