Convection, MRI and Magnetic Elevation in High Luminosity Accretion Disks Around Supermassive Black Holes

Explore convection, magnetorotational instability (MRI), and magnetic elevation in high luminosity accretion disks surrounding supermassive black holes in this 30-minute conference talk by Omer Blaes from UCSB. Delivered as part of the "Turbulence in the Universe" conference at the Kavli Institute for Theoretical Physics, the presentation delves into the complex interplay of turbulence in astrophysical environments. Gain insights into the latest advances in observational and theoretical studies of astrophysical turbulence, spanning from stellar interiors to intra-cluster media. Discover how these findings are reshaping various branches of astronomy and fostering interdisciplinary collaborations among experts in astrophysics and physics.

Convection, MRI & magnetic elevation in high luminosity accretion disks around.. ▸ Omer Blaes (UCSB)