This introductory lecture deals with topics of empirical and theoretical
solar physics. The properties and the inner structure of the Sun are
presented at the beginning, before we deal with the physics of the solar
atmosphere. Observations, methods, and instruments are directly linked
to new discoveries and insights, which can be seen for example in the
fi eld of helioseismology. Other topics of the lecture include
convection and differential rotation, the solar magnetic field and
solar activity, as well as the chromosphere, the corona, and the solar
wind. All topics are discussed in the context of current research
results, in particular with the inclusion of space missions (Solar
Dynamics Observatory (SDO), Transition Region and Coronal Explorer
(TRACE), Reuven Ramaty High Energy Solar Spectroscopic Imager (RHESSI),
and Hinode.
- Kursleiter*in: Prof. Carsten Denker
- Kursleiter*in: Dr. Ioannis Kontogiannis
- Kursleiter*in: Dr. Christian Vocks