Radiative Transfer Simulations for Neutron Star Merger Ejecta

Understand

The merger of binary neutron stars (NSs) is among the most promising gravitational wave (GW) sources.

• Next-generation GW detectors are expected to detect signals from the NS merger within 200 Mpc.
• Detection of electromagnetic wave (EM) counterpart is crucial to understand the nature of GW sources.
• Among possible EM emission from the NS merger, emission powered by radioactive r-process nuclei is one of the best targets for follow-up observations.