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Astrophysics
Branch (SSA) Overview
Scientists in the Astrophysics Branch pursue
a wide range of laboratory and observational astronomy research. The Branch is
particularly interested in studying the physical and chemical properties of astronomical
phenomena by observing their radiation at infrared (and ultraviolet) wavelengths,
beyond the range of visible light.
Planets, stars, and the interstellar
medium of the Milky Way and other galaxies are rich in infrared spectral features
which provide clues to their origins, physics, chemistry, and evolution. SSA researchers
use state-of-the-art laboratories, ground-based, airborne, and space-based observatories
to conduct their research. Astrophysics Branch scientists, engineers, and technicians
also play key roles in developing new NASA space and airborne missions and instruments
such as SIRTF, NGST, and SOFIA. The primary products of the Astrophysics Branch
are new observations of the universe and new instrumentation developed to make
these observations.
Jesse Bregman
Deputy Chief, Astrophysics Branch
(SSA)
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