High Energy Astrophysics
Study of high-energy phenomena in the universe and their physical processes
High Energy Astrophysics#
High energy astrophysics investigates the most energetic phenomena in the universe, from black holes to cosmic rays.
Topics#
- Active Galactic Nuclei
- Gamma-Ray Bursts
- Relativistic Jets
- X-Ray Binary Systems
- Supernova Remnants
- Cosmic Ray Acceleration
- Accretion Disks
- Black Hole Physics
- Gravitational Wave Sources
- Pulsar Physics
- Magnetar Phenomena
- Blazar Emissions
- Relativistic Plasma Physics
- High-Energy Particle Acceleration
- Astrophysical Shock Waves
- Synchrotron Radiation
- Compton Scattering
- Radiative Transfer
- Magnetic Field Effects
- Neutrino Astronomy
Resources#
Books#
- High Energy Astrophysics by Malcolm S. Longair
- High-Energy Astrophysics by Fulvio Melia
- Foundations of High-Energy Astrophysics by Mario Vietri
- Very High Energy Cosmic Gamma Radiation by Felix A. Aharonian