Detailed spectrophotometric/velocity mapping of galaxies and identifying transient Gamma-Ray Burst Sources (GRBs) and the first stars with the unique upgraded Wide Field Spectrograph (WiFeS) facility. [ 2012-01-06 - 2012-12-31 ]

Research Grant

Researchers: Dr Kevin Pimbblet (Chief Investigator) ,  John Lattanzio (Chief Investigator) ,  Karl Glazebrook (Chief Investigator) ,  Prof Jeremy Mould (Chief Investigator) ,  Prof Michael Bessell (Chief Investigator)
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Brief description Detailed spectrophotometric/velocity mapping of galaxies and identifying transient Gamma-Ray Burst Sources (GRBs) and the first stars with the unique upgraded Wide Field Spectrograph (WiFeS) facility. This project will allow light from galaxies be more efficiently detected and analysed. In particular details of a galaxy's composition, rotation, recessional velocity and star formation history will be possible following extensive refurbishment of the Siding Spring Observatory's Wide Field Spectrograph and installation of new extremely sensitive charged couple device (CCD) detectors.

Funding Amount $185,000

Funding Scheme Linkage Infrastructure, Equipment and Facilities

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