Dr. Townsley is a theoretical astrophysicist whose research interests lie in refining stellar physics via its application to novel and dynamic astrophysical systems. More specifically, he studies white dwarf stellar remnants accreting mass from a companion in close stellar binaries.
My research interests lie in refining stellar physics via its application to novel and dynamic astrophysical systems. More specifically, I study white dwarf stellar remnants accreting mass from a companion in close stellar binaries.
Research Interests:
- Progenitor Structure and Type Ia Supernovae
- White Dwarf Primaries in Cataclysmic Variables
Expertise: Astronomy & Astrophysics