Astrochemistry

Introduction

The first Lecture includes a storical introduction to the Astrochemistry (or Molecular Astrophysics) and describes the typical conditions of the ISM and star-forming regions.

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Molecular structure

In this lecture we will go shortly through molecular structures and observations of molecules.

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Gas-phase chemistry

In these lectures the basic processes in gas-phase occurring under ISM conditions.

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Photochemistry

We will discuss the basic chemical processes induced by interaction matter-radiation: photionization and photodissociations of atoms and molecules.

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Cosmic-rays chemistry

In this lecture we will talk about the importance of cosmic-rays in astrochemistry.

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Dust physics

An introduction to physics of dust: history, dust composition, physical properties, importance.

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Surface chemistry

An introduction to the chemistry occurring on the surface of dust grains.

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