Research:Jessica Rosenberg


Jessica Rosenberg works in observational astronomy on multiwavelength studies of local galaxy populations. An understanding of these populations can provide constraints on how galaxies formed and how they evolve over time. In particular, she is involved with several large international radio astronomy collaborations using the Arecibo Telescope in Puerto Rico and the Nancay Telescope in France to survey the gas in galaxies. These observations, in combination with optical data, will be used to examine the relationship between gas, stars, and dark matter in galaxies. They will provide tests of galaxy formation models and information on the processes that govern star formation and feedback in galaxies. Dr. Rosenberg is also leading a study of the dust and star formation in dwarf galaxies using the Spitzer Space Telescope. The properties of these galaxies are interesting because they may resemble systems in the early universe. Dr. Rosenberg's research currently supports a graduate and an undergraduate student, and she seeks to find additional highly qualified students to work with her.

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