Our group is involved in the study of x-rays originating from the
interstellar medium. Specifically, we study the diffuse x-ray
background and its origins. To study x-rays we use quantum
calorimeters. Quantum calorimeters are small devices that measure the
thermal energy deposited when an x-ray strikes a detector. With these
measurements we are able to characterize x-rays and thereby gain
information about their origin.
Our group's goal is therefore two-fold: first, the study of the x-ray
background and its origins; second, the development of better
microcalorimeters to aid us in our study of x-rays.
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