Science
Unstable nuclei play a very important role in numerous astrophysical scenarios -- for example, the explosion of stars. For this reason, astrophysics will play a crucial role in research carried out at FRIB.Astrophysical Sites
Some of the exciting astrophysical sites where information on radioactive nuclei is desperately needed include:
Core Collapse Supernovae
Novae
X-ray Bursts
Thermonuclear Supernovae
Other Sites
Focus Areas
To help ensure that the highest priority work is pursued at FRIB, and that the astrophysical impact of completed research is fully investigated, a broad, interdisciplinary nuclear astrophysics collaboration is needed. The FRIB Astrophysics Collaboration will involve research in areas such as:
Astrophysical Sites and Theory
Nuclear Experiments
Experimental Equipment
Nuclear Theory
Astronomical Observations
Data Evaluation, Processing, and Visualization
Other Science Areas
The pages above provide a framework for our discussions of the science issues relevant for nuclear astrophysics at FRIB. Please contact us with your suggestions for research topics.