Dwarf Galaxies (IAU S344) : From the Deep Universe to the Present

IAU Symposium 344 presents our current understanding of dwarf galaxies, which are important tools for understanding structure formation and galaxy evolution across cosmic time. Broad overviews from leaders in dwarf galaxy research give the big-picture to experts and novices alike, and cutting-edge results are discussed in detail.

Dwarf galaxies are important tools for understanding structure formation and galaxy evolution across cosmic time. These low-mass systems allow us to gain a detailed understanding of stellar, chemical, and dynamical properties in the nearby universe; they also provide a unique window into the complex physics of the early universe. The Proceedings of IAU Symposium 344 present our current understanding of dwarf galaxies, with sections dedicated to: Local Group dwarf galaxies; the interstellar medium and star formation in dwarfs; metallicity, massive stars, and chemical evolution; the dwarf galaxy–environment connection; low-mass galaxies at high redshift; and dwarfs as cosmological probes. Broad overviews from leaders in the field, detailed presentation of cutting-edge results, and short summaries of a wide range of work are included for each of these topics, suitable for both experts and newcomers to the field.