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Professor Vahe Petrosian focuses on theoretical astrophysics and cosmology, particularly in high-energy astrophysical processes. His research investigates the global properties of the universe, aiming to understand its evolution at high redshifts. He explores the development of populations of sources such as galaxies, quasars, active galactic nuclei, and gamma-ray bursts, utilizing advanced statistical techniques in collaboration with Professor B. Efron from the Department of Statistics. Petrosian's work employs gravitational lensing to measure the universe's mass and interpret non-thermal astronomical sources where particles are accelerated to high energies, producing various forms of radiation. He studies these phenomena across multiple scales involving diverse objects, including the magnetosphere of planets, stellar flares, supernovae, accretion disks of black holes, and clusters of galaxies. His contributions to plasma physics emphasize the acceleration processes of particles within these high-energy astrophysical environments.
Stanford University • Stanford, California
Teaching and conducting research in theoretical astrophysics and high-energy astrophysical processes.
Stanford University • Stanford, California
Engaged in teaching and early research in astrophysics.
California Institute of Technology • Pasadena, California
Conducted research in astrophysics.
The Computer Science department emphasizes research potential. GRE General is currently optional but recommended for some tracks.