Astrochemistry
Astrochemistry, cosmochemistry and interstellar chemistry.
Astrochemistry and Cosmochemistry are the study of the chemical elements and chemical compounds, that can be found in the outerspace, in stars, planets, comets, meteorits, interstellar matter etc.
Astrochemistry is closely linked with physics, specifically astrophysics. And there are more and more organic molecules in open space discovered, so that astro-biological aspects in this theme area find their way - not least with the question of the origin of life and for the existence of extraterrestrial life forms.
Below you will find information resources on astrochemistry and related topics.
Content:
Current Articles
Cosmic Bleach
Hydrogen peroxide found in clouds of cosmic gas and dust
N-omega-Amino Acids in Antarctic Meteorites
Meteorites reveal another way to make life's components
Sulfur Chemistry of Exploding Stars
Meteorite contains evidence of formation of sulfur molecules in the ejecta of a supernova explosion
What is Life?
New answers to an age-old question: special collection of essays [open access] in the journal Astrobiology
General Information
Astrochemistry Examples
… in the classroom - Format: PDF
Astromolecule of the Month
List ...
Chemistry of Star Forming Regions
... explains the background behind the problems we are addressing at the Centre, and serves as a useful reference guide to all those who are interested in cosmic chemistry
Cometary Molecules
Data table. The Cosmic Ice Laboratory, NASA
Comets I
A Brief History of Comets I. ESO
Comets II
A Brief History of Comets II. ESO
In Dust We Trust
An Overview of Observations and Theories of Interstellar Dust. CALTECH
Interstellar Graines
Article: "Encyclopedia of Astronomy and Astrophysics" (IOP Publishing and MacMillan), 1266-1273, 2001. Princeton University
Interstellar Molecules
Data table. NASA
Looking for molecules
Article. ESO
Mars Pathfinder Instrument Descriptions
Imager For Mars Pathfinder (IMP); Alpha Proton X-Ray Spectrometer (APXS); APXS Deployment Mechanism; Atmospheric Structure Instrument/Meteorology Package (ASI/MET). NASA
Molecular Spectroscopy
... contains very specialized technical information. While the general user is welcome to browse its contents, the descriptions assume a knowledge of spectroscopy and quantum mechanics. NASA
Solar System Ices
Data table. NASA
The Interstellar Medium
Lecture notes - Format: PDF
The Next Decade in Astrochemistry
An Astro2010 Science White Paper - Format: PDF
Lecture Notes, Tutorials
Astrochemistry
Lecture notes - Format: PDF
Astrochemistry
Lecture notes - Format: PDF
Astrochemistry
Lecture notes: molecular universe - Format: PDF
Astrophysics and Astrochemistry
Lecture notes - Format: PDF
Interstellar Chemistry
Lecture notes - Format: PDF
Special Information
Galactic Chemical Evolution
Stellar and Supernovae Nucleosynthesis And Cosmic Chemical Evolution - Format: PDF
Galactic Chemical Evolution
A review of the current state-of-the-art semi-analytical and chemodynamical models for the MilkyWay, emphasising the strengths and weaknesses of both approaches. WSU - Format: PDF
UV photolysis of quinoline
... in interstellar ice analogs. Article. Meteoritics & Planetary Science 41, Nr 5, 785–796 (2006) - Format: PDF
Data and Databases
129 reported interstellar and circumstellar molecules
Molecules are found in interstellar clouds of various sorts. National Radio Astronomy Observatory
Interstellar Molecular Microwave Transitions
NIST Recommended Rest Frequencies for Observed Interstellar Molecular Microwave Transitions
Kinetic Database for Astrochemistry
KIDA is a database of kinetic data of interest for astrochemical (interstellar medium and planetary atmospheres) studies. In addition to the available referenced data, KIDA provides recommendations over a number of important reactions
Molecules in Space
Information on the detection of the respective molecules, including minor isotopic species or molecules in excited vibrational states as well as links to articles
SAO/NASA Astrophysics Data System
... is a Digital Library portal for researchers in Astronomy and Physics, operated by the Smithsonian Astrophysical Observatory (SAO) under a NASA grant
UMIST Database for Astrochemistry
UDFA
Journals
Advances in Space Research
... is an open journal covering all areas of space research including: space studies of the Earth's surface, meteorology, climate, the Earth-Moon system, planets and small bodies of the solar system, upper atmospheres, ionospheres and magnetospheres of the Earth and planets including reference atmospheres, space plasmas in the solar system, astrophysics from space, materials sciences in space, life sciences as related to space, fundamental physics in space, space debris, space weather, earth observations of space phenomena, etc. Elsevier
Astrobiology
... is the leading peer-reviewed journal that explores the secrets of life's origin, evolution, distribution, and destiny in the universe. This multidisciplinary journal covers: astrophysics; astropaleontology, bioastronomy, cosmochemistry, ecogenomics, exobiology, extremophiles, geomicrobiology, gravitational biology, life detection technology, meteoritics, origins of life, planetary geoscience, planetary protection, prebiotic chemistry, space exploration technology, terraforming, and much more. Mary Ann Liebert, Inc.
Earth, Moon, and Planets
An International Journal of Solar System Science, publishes original contributions on subjects ranging from star and planet formation and the origin and evolution of the solar and extra-solar planetary systems, to asteroids, comets, meteoroids and near-Earth objects, including the terrestrial impact hazard and solar system - terrestrial relationships, and related topics. Springer
Geochimica et Cosmochimica Acta
GCA. publishes research papers in a wide range of subjects in terrestrial geochemistry, meteoritics, and planetary geochemistry. Elsevier
International Journal of Astrobiology
Astrobiology combines the sciences of biology, chemistry, palaeontology, geology, atmospheric physics, planetary science, astrophysics and cosmology in the study of the origin, evolution and distribution of life in the universe and the future of life both on Earth and beyond. The International Journal of Astrobiology is the forum for practitioners in this exciting interdisciplinary field. Cambridge University Press
Meteoritics and Planetary Science
The journal publishes research articles describing the latest results of new studies, invited reviews of major topics in planetary science, editorials on issues of current interest in the field. Wiley
Dissertations
TOF-SIMS in Cosmochemistry
Dissertation 2004. University of Münster
Zirconium Isotope Cosmochemistry
Dissertation 2003. ETH Zürich
News Archive
Chemical Analysis of a Red Giant Star
Scientists determine for the first time the chemical composition of a type of red giant star with more carbon than oxygen in its atmosphere
Europa's Hidden Ice Chemistry
About the formation of sulfur oxyanions on Jupiter's moon Europa
Interstellar Water Synthesis
Hot Water in Cold Comets: An international research team recently succeeded deciphering an important aspect of the way by which water molecules often form in space
Lithium Depletion of the Sun
Exoplanets clue to sun's curious chemistry
The Largest Known Reservoir of Rare Metals in the Universe
Suzaku spies treasure trove of intergalactic metal.
Research facilities and departments
Astrochemistry Lab
... at NASA Ames Research Center
Leiden Molecular Astrophysics and Astrobiology groups
... is composed of people working on various aspects of interstellar molecules (astrophysics, physics, chemistry). The group includes the Sackler Laboratory for Astrophysics and is closely linked with the Astrobiology project.
Organisations
Astromaterials Curation
Stratospheric Dust. NASA
CAPTEM
is chartered by the Discipline Scientist for NASA's Cosmochemistry Program to advise on matters concerning the Apollo lunar samples, sample return missions, and solid materials of the solar system
Meteoritical Society
... is a non-profit scholarly organization founded in 1933 to promote the study of extraterrestrial materials, including meteorites and space mission returned samples, and their history
The Astrochymist
Resources for Astrochemists and Interested Bystanders
Related Books and Scientific Literature: Astrochemistry
Andrew Shaw
Astrochemistry. From Astronomy to Astrobiology.
The dynamic field of astrochemistry brings together ideas of physics, astrophysics, biology and chemistry to the study of molecules between stars, around stars and on planets. "Astrochemistry: from Astronomy to Astrobiology" provides a clear and concise introduction to this rapidly evolving multidisciplinary subject. Starting with the Molecular Universe, the text covers the formation of the elements, simple models of stars and their classification. It then moves on to draw on the theme of the Origins of Life to study interstellar chemistry, meteorite and comet chemistry as well as the chemistry of planets. Prebiotic chemistry and astrobiology are explored by examining the extremes of the biosphere on Earth, seeing how this may be applied to life in other solar systems. "Astrochemsitry" assumes a basic familiarity with principles of physical and organic chemistry but no prior knowledge of biology or astrophysics. This innovative text incorporates results from the latest research and ground and space missions, with key images enhanced by a colour plate section.
It includes latest research and results from ground and space missions colour plate section summary of concepts and calculations at the end of each chapter. This book will be an ideal text for an undergraduate course in Astrochemistry and an essential tool for postgraduates entering the field.
Wiley; 2006
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