Springer Theses - Recognizing Outstanding Ph.D. Research - Detailed Structure and Evolution Modeling of the Tightest Massive Binary Stars

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Springer Theses presents a curated selection of outstanding Ph.D. theses across the physical sciences, with extended introductions and supervisor forewords to support nonspecialists and provide field-relevant context. The application process specifies nomination by department heads, eligibility requirements such as English-language quality, scientific advancement, limited verbatim reuse, and examination within the prior 12 months. The volume by Matthias Fabry focuses on detailed structure and evolution modeling of the tightest massive binary stars, addressing how extreme stellar deformations challenge self-consistent theoretical descriptions and shape internal structure, surfaces, and evolutionary outcomes.

LanguageEnglish

CategoryResearch & Report

FormatPDF

Pages376

Reading Time15 h 48 min

Aims and Scope

How to Apply

Eligibility Criteria

Foreword

Stellar structure and visible light production

Deformations in rotation and close binary systems

Limits of earlier theoretical models

Springer Theses Recognizing Outstanding Ph.D. Research Aims and Scope The series “Springer Theses” brings together a selection of the very best Ph.D. theses from around the world and across the physical sciences. Each volume has been selected for its scientific excellence by an internationally renowned institute or department. For greater accessibility to nonspecialists, the published versions include an extended introduction, as well as a foreword by the student’s supervisor explaining the special relevance of the work for the field. The series as a whole provides a valuable resource both for newcomers to the research fields, and for other scientists seeking detailed background information on special questions. Finally, it serves asan accredited documentation of the valuable contributions made by today’s younger generation of scientists. How to Apply Theses prepared at internationally leading universities and institutes may be nominated for publication by supervisors with the endorsement of the head of department. Each such department is entitled to nominate one thesis per year. Enquiries and requests for a nomination form should be sent, together with the thesis, to Ms. Nathalie Berg (see link on right) . Eligibility Criteria To qualify for consideration, theses should fulfil the following criteria: They must be written in good English. The topic should fall within the confines of Chemistry, Physics, Earth Sciences, Engineering and related interdisciplinary fields such as Materials, Nanoscience, Chemical Engineering, Complex Systems and Biophysics. The work reported in the thesis must represent a significant scientific advance. A maximum of 30% of the text may be a verbatim reproduction from the author ’s previous publications. They must have been examined and passed during the 12 months prior to nomination. The theses should have a clearly defined structure including an introduction accessible to new PhD students and scientists not expert in the relevant field. After acceptance, theses should be supplemented by a “Supervisor ’s Foreword” outlining the wider scientific relevance of the work Indexed by zbMATH. [OceanofPDF.com](OceanofPDF.com) Matthias Fabry Detailed Structure and Evolution Modeling of the Tightest Massive Binary Stars [OceanofPDF.com](OceanofPDF.com) Matthias Fabry Dept of Astrophys and Planetary Science, Villanova University, Villanova, PA, USA ISSN 2190-5053 e-ISSN 2190-5061 Springer Theses ISBN 978-3-032-28787-8 e-ISBN 978-3-032-28788-5 [https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-032-28788-5](https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-032-28788-5) © The Editor(s) (if applicable) and The Author(s), under exclusive license to Springer Nature Switzerland AG 2026 This work is subject to copyright. All rights are solely and exclusively licensed by the Publisher, whether the whole or part of the material is concerned, specifically the rights of translation, reprinting, reuse of illustrations, recitation, broadcasting, reproduction on microfilms or in anyother physical way, and transmission or information storage and retrieval, electronic adaptation, computer software, or by similar or dissimilar methodology now known or hereafter developed. The use of general descriptive names, registered names, trademarks, service marks, etc. in this publication does not imply, even in the absence of a specific statement, that such names are exempt from the relevant protective laws and regulations and therefore free for general use. The publisher, the authors and the editors are safe to assume that the advice and information in this book are believed to be true and accurate at the date of publication. Neither the publisher nor the authors or the editors give a warranty, expressed or implied, with respect to the material contained herein or for any errors or omissions that may have been made. The publisher remains neutral with regard to jurisdictional claims in published maps and instit

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Who can nominate theses for publication in the Springer Theses series?

Theses prepared at internationally leading universities and institutes may be nominated by supervisors with the endorsement of the head of department. Each department can nominate one thesis per year.

What eligibility criteria must a thesis meet to be considered?

The thesis must be written in good English, fall within specified physical-science fields (including related interdisciplinary areas), report a significant scientific advance, limit verbatim reuse to a maximum of 30%, and have been examined and passed within the 12 months prior to nomination.

What is the main research focus of Matthias Fabry’s thesis in this volume?

It develops detailed structure and evolution modeling for the tightest massive binary stars, motivated by how tidal deformation, rotation, mixing, and mass transfer reshape stellar internal structure, surface properties, and evolutionary fates.

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