Constraining Observables in Neutron Stars with Varying Equations Of State
Project by Polygence alum Sahil
Project's result
Research Paper published in Curieux Academic Journal
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Summary
We work on encompassing the existing work on equations of state of neutron stars from existing literature and establishing the groundwork with mass-radius curves which are used to find the corresponding maximum mass with minimum radius across the EOSs. We use SLy, WFF1, H7, BBB2 and the APR 4 EOS and primarily focus on the properties of SLy. Using the results from MR curves, we calculate and in the process, set maximum bounds on the spin of a NS and also on the energy loss rate as calculated assuming dipolar radiation from a NS with misaligned magnetic and rotation axes purely due to its rotational kinetic energy. We then proceed to discuss the reasons for the observed properties, that is nucleon-nucleon interaction and introduce more calculations and compare with observed data from various databases.
Anirudh
Polygence mentor
PhD Doctor of Philosophy candidate
Subjects
Physics
Expertise
physics, high energy astrophysics, stellar astrophysics, nuclear astrophysics, computational astrophysics. Stellar explosions (e.g. supernovae).
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Sahil
Student
Hey, I'm Sahil and my Polygence project is on equation of state (EOS) of neutron stars (NS). I chose this topic as it was a not mainstream and served as a good introduction to NS and astrophysics. I have been passionate about the field for a long time and would explore more topics!
Graduation Year
2025
Project review
“The mentorship was amazing, and the resources were quite helpful. I learned a lot of new things and dived deeper into the scientific rigor, which has prepared me better for my future”
About my mentor
“You'll love his company. He explains the current studies and his work as well which provides a deep insight on working of stars and formation of new elements. He helped me with resources and how to go on with them which was perhaps the most important part.”
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