GEco: Galactic ecology of the dynamic ism
- Spectral mapping of fine structure and mid-/high-excitation CO lines as diagnostics of physical conditions and motions of interstellar clouds. For background information, see white paper and the decadal review 2020 white paper.
− Lines trace coolants in range environments where stars and planets form.
− Maps at (15”× λ/350μm) resolution over degree scales of Milky Way including Galactic Center and Magellanic Clouds
(low metallicity).
− High site provides unique access to shortest wavelength.
− Builds on SOFIA (2.5m) with better resolution, much more observing time.
Layout of CHAI instrument being built at University of Cologne led by Professor Juergen Stutzki.
