Abstract
JWST is revolutionizing many areas of astronomy by pushing observations deeper into the early Universe. In just its first few years of operation, JWST programs have already produced an incredibly rich dataset and transformative discoveries at the forefront of high-redshift science. I will describe NEXUS, a multi-cycle JWST Treasury Program targeting the North Ecliptic Pole, designed to address a broad range of science goals using JWST’s unique capabilities. Together with a suite of multi-wavelength programs at the NEP, NEXUS aims to establish a long-lasting legacy dataset and elevate this strategic extragalactic field in the era of synoptic sky surveys. I will provide some recent science highlights from NEXUS, including studies of high-redshift little red dots, searches for high-z transients, and systematic investigations of nuclear variability in the early universe. I will also discuss the synergy between NEXUS-JWST and other major observing programs, particularly the Euclid mission.
This event is jointly organized by the Department of Physics and the Hong Kong Institute for Astronomy and Astrophysics.
Anyone interested is welcome to attend.