A tale of a bent-tail radio galaxy

Project Description:

This project uses multi-frequency radio surveys (LOFAR/LoTSS DR2, FIRST, NVSS, and VLASS) to conduct a comprehensive study of a bent-tail RG, possibly with a restarted nuclear activity. The student will perform radio spectral analyses as well as visual inspection of the radio images of the source to determine its nuclear activity and to shed more light on the impact of cluster environment on its distorted morphology.

Research Area:

Astronomy

Project Level:

Honours

This Project Is Offered At The Following Node(s):

(UCT)(UKZN)(NWU)

Special Requirements:

Basic (python) programming skills and a desire to learn how to use new astronomy software.