Star Formation, Stellar Feedback, and the Ecology of Galaxies

Star Formation, Stellar Feedback, and the Ecology of Galaxies

Stellar feedback and the ecology of galaxies: Simulations
2025-05-27 , Main Conference Room

Stellar feedback plays a crucial role in shaping the structure and evolution of galaxies, influencing star formation, interstellar medium (ISM) dynamics, and large-scale galactic outflows. This review examines recent advancements in numerical simulations of stellar feedback and their implications for the ecology of galaxies.

We discuss key feedback mechanisms, including supernovae explosions, stellar winds, (ionising) radiation and radiation pressure, as well as the role of cosmic rays, and touch upon common implementations in state-of-the-art simulations. The review highlights the challenges in modeling feedback across multiple scales, from resolving individual star-forming regions to capturing global galactic flows.