Globular clusters are ancient groups of stars found in every single galaxy, and they are key tools for studying the evolution of the Universe. These dense cosmic cities contain some of the oldest stars in existence, offering us a glimpse back in time. In this month’s KPL astronomy talk, Ana Ennis will teach us what globular clusters are, how we think they are made, and all the things we can learn from them, from black hole formation to galaxy evolution.
Dr. Ana Ennis is a postdoctoral researcher in the Waterloo Centre for Astrophysics and the Perimeter Institute for Theoretical Physics. Her research focusses on what are known as discrete tracers of galaxy evolution, such as globular clusters and planetary nebula. In her spare time, Ana can be found playing video games and reading.
Please register for this event through Kitchener Public Library registration page.