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A survey of dwarf galaxies in Local Group analogues
Dwarf galaxies are the building blocks of giant galaxies like our Milky Way. These numerous cosmic citizens preserve the imprint of their formation history and local environment, making them ideal delegates that represent their cosmic neighbourhoods. By studying these galactic ambassadors, we unlock secrets of how the Universe builds its largest structures.
Our Mission
Understanding how typical our Local Group of galaxies is by studying dwarf galaxies in similar cosmic environments
The Survey
Observing 50+ dwarf galaxies across 5 carefully selected Local Group Analogues using cutting-edge spectroscopy
Why It Matters
Testing whether our cosmic neighborhood is special or typical helps us understand galaxy evolution across the Universe
Latest Research
First Clear Example of Merging Galaxies Forming a Coherent Velocity Field
Our team has identified the first clear example of an equal-mass galaxy merger where satellite systems are forming a kinematically coherent structure. This discovery of 14 velocity-confirmed satellite galaxies around the interacting NGC5713/19 pair provides crucial insights into how satellite systems form during major mergers.
Survey Progress
38+ nights observed • 13 galaxies complete • First data release: 2026
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