Tiny Stellar Islands in a Big Old Universe
Trisha Ashley of the Space Telescope Science Institute
Galaxies are islands of stars, gas, and dark matter, the smallest of which are called dwarf galaxies. Although dwarf galaxies are the most numerous, astronomers are still trying to understand their structure, composition, and variety. Star formation in dwarf galaxies is especially important. What triggers star formation in dwarf galaxies? Why do some form a lot more stars? Join us to hear how these galaxies compare to our Milky Way galaxy and what makes them special!
Host: Dr. Alex Lockwood of the Space Telescope Science Institute
Recorded live on Tuesday, August 6, 2019, at the Space Telescope Science Institute in Baltimore, Maryland, U.S.A.
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