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Paper: |
The Magnetic Field of the Milky Way Galaxy |
Volume: |
438, The Dynamic Interstellar Medium: A Celebration of the Canadian Galactic Plane Survey |
Page: |
216 |
Authors: |
Brown, J. C. |
Abstract: |
Cosmic magnetic fields are an integral component of the interstellar
medium (ISM), having influence on scales ranging from star formation
to galactic dynamics. While observations of external galaxies offer
a ‘birds-eye-view’ of magnetic fields within galaxies, it is equally
important to explore the magnetic field of our own Milky Way Galaxy,
which offers a more detailed, albeit more complicated view. Over the
past decade there has been a significant increase in interest in the
Galactic magnetic field, fueled largely by innovations developed
through the Canadian Galactic Plane Survey. In this paper, I review
the current state of understanding of the Galactic magnetic field,
and discuss briefly new and future observations that will provide
exciting new insights about the field. |
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