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Astronomers now know that supermassive black holes are a natural part of nearly every galaxy, but how these black holes form, grow, and interact within the galactic center is still a mystery. I will discuss how we can use N-body simulations to track the interplay between galaxies, dark matter halos, and supermassive black holes. We have discovered that the shape of the galaxy influences the black hole, but the effect is not entirely one-sided. Supermassive black holes leave an imprint on the galaxy structure as well, and surprisingly, can even change the structure and kinematics of the intracluster medium where galaxies live. There is more work to be done to uncover how supermassive black holes and galaxies co-exist, and I will talk about what important questions remain.
Colloquia are usually preceded by coffee and followed by an informal reception (both in room CSS 0254). Anyone interested in having lunch or talking with the speaker should contact either of the colloquium coordinators (see below). The hour immediately after lunch will normally be reserved for the speaker to talk to graduate students. Students are urged to contact the coordinator to arrange this.
Request colloquia announcements by e-mail:
coll-request@astro.umd.edu
Colloquium Organizer:
Andrew Wilson (301) 405-1519
Special accommodations for individuals with disabilities can be made by calling (301) 405-3001. It would be appreciated if we are notified at least one week in advance.
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There are a limited number of parking meters in Lot DD; there are no parking meters in Parking Garage 2. Parking at non-metered spaces in Lot DD and PG2 is free after 4 pm and on weekends.
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Department of Astronomy, University of Maryland College Park, MD 20742-2421 Phone: (301) 405-3001 FAX: (301) 314-9067 Comments and questions may be directed to webmaster@astro.umd.edu
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