The interstellar medium in our local galaxy serves as a hub for the next generation of star formation. The interplay among interstellar turbulence, magnetic fields, gravity, stellar feedback, interstellar chemistry, and non-ideal magnetohydrodynamic effects collectively shapes the galactic ecosystem we observe today. However, the mechanisms by which these components construct the observed galaxy and regulate the star formation rate remain enigmatic. In this Research Topic, we gather articles from diverse fields of expertise to offer readers a unique perspective on the physics of the interstellar medium and its consequential impact on star formation.
The primary goal of this collection is to advance our understanding of the intricate dynamics governing the interstellar medium, which plays a pivotal role in the genesis and evolution of stars within our galaxy. Through a comprehensive examination of the physical processes underlying the ISM, including the roles of turbulence, magnetic fields, and feedback mechanisms, this Research Topic aims to unravel the complexities of star formation and the formation of molecular clouds. By bridging diverse fields of expertise, we seek to illuminate the non-ideal effects that influence these processes, thereby contributing to a more nuanced understanding of the cosmic tapestry that frames the observable universe. Ultimately, this exploration endeavors to answer fundamental questions about the mechanisms that shape galaxies and the cosmic environments they inhabit, providing valuable insights for both the scientific community and future research endeavors.
We will accept the following article types: Original Research, Methods, Review, Mini-Review, Hypothesis & Theory, and Technology & Code. In this collection, our objectives are to:
• Explore the physics of the interstellar medium and its formation as the observed foreground of the universe.
• Investigate the role of turbulence across different scales.
• Examine the influence of magnetic fields in the interstellar medium and on star formation.
• Analyze how feedback mechanisms contribute to star formation and affect larger scale environments.
• Assess the impact of non-ideal effects on the formation of molecular clouds and stars.
Keywords:
Magnetic Field, Astrophysical Turbulence, Star Formation, Interstellar Chemistry, Galactic Cosmic Rays
Important Note:
All contributions to this Research Topic must be within the scope of the section and journal to which they are submitted, as defined in their mission statements. Frontiers reserves the right to guide an out-of-scope manuscript to a more suitable section or journal at any stage of peer review.
The interstellar medium in our local galaxy serves as a hub for the next generation of star formation. The interplay among interstellar turbulence, magnetic fields, gravity, stellar feedback, interstellar chemistry, and non-ideal magnetohydrodynamic effects collectively shapes the galactic ecosystem we observe today. However, the mechanisms by which these components construct the observed galaxy and regulate the star formation rate remain enigmatic. In this Research Topic, we gather articles from diverse fields of expertise to offer readers a unique perspective on the physics of the interstellar medium and its consequential impact on star formation.
The primary goal of this collection is to advance our understanding of the intricate dynamics governing the interstellar medium, which plays a pivotal role in the genesis and evolution of stars within our galaxy. Through a comprehensive examination of the physical processes underlying the ISM, including the roles of turbulence, magnetic fields, and feedback mechanisms, this Research Topic aims to unravel the complexities of star formation and the formation of molecular clouds. By bridging diverse fields of expertise, we seek to illuminate the non-ideal effects that influence these processes, thereby contributing to a more nuanced understanding of the cosmic tapestry that frames the observable universe. Ultimately, this exploration endeavors to answer fundamental questions about the mechanisms that shape galaxies and the cosmic environments they inhabit, providing valuable insights for both the scientific community and future research endeavors.
We will accept the following article types: Original Research, Methods, Review, Mini-Review, Hypothesis & Theory, and Technology & Code. In this collection, our objectives are to:
• Explore the physics of the interstellar medium and its formation as the observed foreground of the universe.
• Investigate the role of turbulence across different scales.
• Examine the influence of magnetic fields in the interstellar medium and on star formation.
• Analyze how feedback mechanisms contribute to star formation and affect larger scale environments.
• Assess the impact of non-ideal effects on the formation of molecular clouds and stars.
Keywords:
Magnetic Field, Astrophysical Turbulence, Star Formation, Interstellar Chemistry, Galactic Cosmic Rays
Important Note:
All contributions to this Research Topic must be within the scope of the section and journal to which they are submitted, as defined in their mission statements. Frontiers reserves the right to guide an out-of-scope manuscript to a more suitable section or journal at any stage of peer review.