Puehlhofer eROSTEP2

Supernova-Überreste im eROSITA All-Sky Survey

01.08.2024 bis 31.08.2027

This project is part of a DFG research unit to study endpoints of stellar evolution in our Galaxy and in the Magellanic Clouds, using data that are produced by the eROSITA all-sky survey. The eROSITA telescope on-board the SRG satellite performs an all-sky survey in the soft X-ray band, with unprecedented spatial and spectral resolution as well as sensitivity. The data permit to obtain a census of the Galactic X-ray-emitting supernova remnants. Given the increased sensitivity and extended energy range compared to ROSAT, new remnants will be discovered with potentially new properties. The aim of the project here is to specifically study the aspect of cosmic ray acceleration in these supernova remnants. This project is a continuation of a project from the first funding phase of the research unit.