A revolution in star cluster research: setting the scene
Richard de Grijs (Kavli Institute for Astronomy, Astrophysics,, Peking University, China; University of Sheffield, UK)
TL;DR
This paper discusses recent advances in star cluster research, highlighting how improved understanding of their physics is transforming our knowledge of galaxy evolution and star formation across cosmic time.
Contribution
It reviews the current state of star cluster research and outlines future directions for systematic investigation in the coming decade.
Findings
Enhanced understanding of star cluster formation physics
New open questions in galaxy evolution and star formation
Potential for systematic future research
Abstract
Star clusters and their stellar populations play a significant role in the context of galaxy evolution, across space (from local to high redshift) and time (from currently forming to fossil remnants). We are now within reach of answering a number of fundamental questions that will have a significant impact on our understanding of key open issues in contemporary astrophysics, ranging from the formation, assembly and evolution of galaxies to the details of the star-formation process. Our improved understanding of the physics driving star cluster formation and evolution has led to the emergence of crucial new open questions that will most likely be tackled in a systematic way in the next decade.
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