Introduction to Astrophysics: Gravitational Lensing

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Description

This lecture introduces the concept of gravitational lensing in astrophysics, focusing on the deflection angle and the Einstein radius. It explains the solution for a point-like lens and its application to galaxies and the whole universe, illustrated with images of Einstein rings and gravitational arcs.

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https://mediaspace.epfl.ch/media/0_vzymesil

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Astrophysics: Physical cosmology, Stellar astronomy

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