What is the Connection Between Stellar Evolution and Degenerate Matter?

[BobAz]

Bob Altizer from Phoenix AZ here, and glad to have discovered Physics Forums.

My educational background is in astronomy and astrophysics, with degrees from UCLA and Northwestern, followed by a professional career in software and systems engineering and teaching introductory astronomy in the Maricopa County Community Colleges.

Current interests include modeling stellar evolution at home using the MESA code and the end states of stars containing degenerate matter.

 

[BobAz]

The most important thing I learned while teaching is the need to develop scientifically literate citizens capable of applying methods of observation, data collection, analysis, and validation to issues of public concern. I'd like to discuss how this can be furthered.

By joining I hope to continue my long-time interest in stellar evolution and the end-states of stars, and engage in discussions with members more knowledgeable than I.

 

[PeroK]

Hi Bob,

 

[anorlunda]

Welcome to PF.