Numerical Relativity strives to solve the field equations of General Relativity in conjunction with equations of magnetohydrodynamics using supercomputers. These numerical simulations are essential tools for accurately modeling mergers of black holes or neutron stars, collapse of massive stars (possibly resulting in supernovae), and accreting black holes (in X-ray binaries or in galactic cores). Recent observations of nearly a hundred gravitational-wave (GW) signals from coalescing binaries of black holes, and multi-messenger observations of coalescing neutron stars have firmly established the role of Numerical Relativity in astrophysics. Such high-energy astrophysical phenomena are prime targets for the upcoming GW-, electromagnetic- and neutrino observatories.
This two-week summer school, jointly organized by ICTS and Raman Research Institute, is part of our annual summer school series on GW astronomy. The lectures will be organized into four graduate-level mini courses:
Courses:
- Numerical Relativity: Mathematical formulation (Thomas Baumgarte, Bowdoin College)
- Introduction to numerical relativistic hydrodynamics (Kenta Kiuchi, Albert Einstein Institute)
- Introduction to theory and numerics of partial differential equations (Harald Pfeiffer, Albert Einstein Institute)
- Modern numerical methods in Computational Relativity (Geoffrey Lovelace, California State University, Fullerton)
Eligibility criteria: The school is primarily meant for graduate students and postdocs working in GW astrophysics and related fields. A small number of highly motivated senior undergraduates can also be considered. A good background in General Relativity, numerical methods and coding is a prerequisite for the school.
ICTS is committed to building an environment that is inclusive, non-discriminatory and welcoming of diverse individuals. We especially encourage the participation of women and other under-represented groups.
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