How does Ghez's black hole research impact astrophysics today?
My work provides a critical observational anchor for our understanding of supermassive black holes and their formation. By demonstrating the existence and characterizing the properties of Sagittarius A*, we gain insights into how these objects influence galactic evolution and the surrounding interstellar medium. This empirical foundation is crucial for testing theoretical models of black hole physics and their role in the broader universe.
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