Andrea Pallottini - October 28, 2016

Zooming on the internal structure of z~6 galaxies

The discovery and characterization of primeval galaxies represent some of the biggest
challenges of current observational and theoretical cosmology. This kind of studies
recently entered a golden era, thanks to the unprecedented capabilities of the Atacama
Large Millimeter Array (ALMA). Far infrared fine structure lines -- [CII]158 micrometers in
particular -- are exquisite tools to search for and characterize the most remote system
in the Universe. These experiments can be combined with detailed galaxy simulations to
achieve a solid theoretical understanding.
I will present zoom-in, AMR, high-resolution (30 pc) simulations of high-redshift (z~6)
galaxies with the aim of characterizing their internal properties and interstellar
medium. Comparing our simulations with observations allow us to draw novel and unique
conclusions. In addition, such comparison is fundamental to constrain feedback
prescriptions in simulations, which are a far cry from being fully understood.