Project Title

Effects of High Energy Radiation on the Prebiotic Chemistry of the Surface of Interstellar Dust Grains, "LISM".

Research Team

Contact Information

Quim. Victor Stalyn Armijos Vanega

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Overview

The interstellar medium is a region between stars that contains gas phase matter and dust particles, these grains are mainly constituted by silicates or carbonaceous material, where on the surfaces can give rise to complex molecules that gave rise to life, at present it is not known exactly what mechanisms give rise to the formation of iCOM in the ISM. Consequently, this research project aims to determine the effects of high-energy radiation on the prebiotic chemistry present on the surface of interstellar dust grains. To meet this objective, we will carry out computational simulations with specialized and freely available software such as ORCA, Nautilus, among others, which allow us to adequately study the variables present in the study and thus to know the characteristics of the dust grains that affect the formation of new chemical bonds and the creation of more complex molecules. It is expected to obtain detailed information on the reaction mechanisms involved and the optimal conditions for the formation of prebiotic molecules, thus contributing to a better understanding of the origin of life and the chemical evolution of the universe.

victor.armijos@czetesis.com

Alternative e-mail:

quim_vicar@hotmail.com