Observational Astronomy and Cosmology

Our research interests lie in the matter distribution in clusters of galaxies, cluster magnetic field and non-thermal emission, extra-galactic radio sources and the Sunyaev-Zel’dovich effect and cosmological parameters. Of particular interest are highly polarised astronomical radio sources, their nature and whether they form a class of radio galaxies of their own.

Our wider activities include the use of our radio telescope and optical observatory within teaching, outreach and community activities. Resources include a range of portable small telescopes (up to 14"), a 2.3m small radio-telescope and, from 2005/06, an on-site Observatory (5m dome with a 20" telescope).

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