Detection of High-Redshifted Gamma-Ray Bursts

Gamma-ray bursts (GRBs) are extremely energetic explosions that occur in distant galaxies. They are the brightest electromagnetic events known to occur in the universe. GRBs release an enormous amount of energy in a short amount of time, typically ranging from milliseconds to a few minutes. Despite their brief duration, they can outshine entire galaxies for a brief moment.

However, while GRBs are relatively common, those occurring at highly redshifted distances are exceedingly rare and challenging to detect. Leveraging data from the forthcoming Colibri telescope at the San Pedro Martir Observatory in Mexico, I plan to analyze this data using existing algorithms, with modifications made as necessary to ensure both accuracy and efficiency in execution.

I will begin working on this project in August 2024, and I am excited about the potential to make significant discoveries!