Speaker
Mr
Phillip Prinsloo
(Centre for Space Research, North-west University)
Description
Diffusive shock acceleration is thought to be a primary mechanism by which particles gain energy at shock waves in magnetized media. We provide an introduction to the basic physics of these shocks and the associated acceleration of non-thermal charged particles, and explain how the effects of this acceleration mechanism are incorporated into models of energetic particle transport in the heliosphere. Furthermore, we illustrate the relevance of shock acceleration in the context of space sciences, discussing its involvement at the solar wind termination shock and during space-weather events, such as coronal mass ejections and the acceleration of energetic storm particles.
Main supervisor (name and email)<br>and his / her institution
Dr RD Strauss, Dutoit.Strauss@nwu.ac.za, North-West University
Level for award<br> (Hons, MSc, <br> PhD, N/A)?
PhD
Apply to be<br> considered for a student <br> award (Yes / No)?
Yes
Would you like to <br> submit a short paper <br> for the Conference <br> Proceedings (Yes / No)?
No
Primary author
Mr
Phillip Prinsloo
(Centre for Space Research, North-west University)
Co-author
Dr
Du Toit Strauss
(Centre for Space Research, North-West University)
