From Tides to Waves: Understanding the Formation Mechanisms of Galactic Spirals
A special issue of Galaxies (ISSN 2075-4434).
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 15 January 2025 | Viewed by 178
Special Issue Editor
Special Issue Information
Dear Colleagues,
The formation mechanisms of galactic spiral structures remain one of the most captivating topics in modern astrophysics. Recent advancements have significantly deepened our understanding of these prominent galaxy features, from the gravitational effects of tidal interactions to the intricate wave-like processes within galactic disks. This Special Issue, titled "From Tides to Waves: Understanding the Formation Mechanisms of Galactic Spirals", aims to collate the latest research and insights into the dynamic processes that shape spiral galaxies.
We invite contributions that explore the diverse origins and evolutionary paths of spiral structures. Topics of interest include, but are not limited to, the role of density waves, the impact of dark matter on spiral arm formation, the influence of galactic interactions, and the correlation between the morphology of spiral arms and star formation rates. We are particularly keen to publish studies utilizing advanced observational data, such as those from the James Webb Space Telescope, the Hubble Space Telescope, and other space- and ground-based observatories, alongside cutting-edge simulations and theoretical models.
By bringing together experts in the field, this Special Issue aims to foster a comprehensive understanding of the physical processes driving the formation and evolution of spiral arms in galaxies. We look forward to your valuable contributions that will undoubtedly enrich our collective knowledge and inspire future research in this dynamic area of astronomy.
Yours faithfully,
Dr. Aleksandr Mosenkov
Guest Editor
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Keywords
- spiral arms
- density waves
- galactic dynamics
- star formation
- tidal interactions
- pitch angle
- dark matter
- galactic morphology
- radial profiles
- secular evolution
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