30.01.25 / 19h @ GRUND1535
„Exploring the Cosmos: The Spectroscopy of Molecules from Space to the Lab“
by Shan Jin (PhD candidate at University of Innsbruck)
abstract:
In this talk, we will journey from the vast interstellar medium to the intricate experiments conducted in laboratories, uncovering the fascinating story of molecules in space. We’ll explore how spectroscopy—studying the interaction of light with matter—helps us decode the mysteries of the universe. From the discovery of diffuse interstellar bands, enigmatic absorption lines in the spectra of stars, to replicating these cosmic conditions in the lab, we’ll see how astrochemistry bridges the gap between the cosmos and the Earth, advancing our understanding of the building blocks of the universe.
bio:
Shan Jin
is a Ph.D. student in the Chemical Physics group at Ion Physics and Applied Physics Institute, University of Innsbruck. He studies spectroscopy of ionic iron compounds with a Fourier-Transform – Ion Cyclotron Resonance Mass Spectrometer. He received his Master of Science in Optics from the South China Normal University. Currently, Shan works on the spectroscopic characteristics of iron-bearing compounds with astrochemical relevance. In his leisure time, Shan joins his friends in snowboarding or indoor climbing.
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