{"links":{"self":"http://dataportal.arc.gov.au/NCGP/API/grants/DE260101802"},"data":{"type":"grant-details","id":"DE260101802","attributes":{"code":"DE260101802","administering-organisation":"Monash University","announcement-administering-organisation":"Monash University","scheme-name":"Discovery Early Career Researcher Award","grant-status":"Active","funding-commencement-year":2026,"years-funded":3,"project-start-date":"2026-06-01","anticipated-end-date":"2029-05-31","grant-summary":"Understanding Gravitational Interactions in the Hearts of Galaxies. This project explores how stars and black holes evolve and collide in the dense centres of galaxies, producing powerful cosmic events. By modelling their interactions with gas discs and star clusters, the project will generate knowledge about the origins of black hole mergers and nuclear transients using advanced simulations and upcoming data from gravitational waves and electromagnetic observatories. Its significance lies in creating a unified framework—aligned with the Australian astronomy decadal plan—linking stellar evolution, gas dynamics, and these extreme phenomena. Expected outcomes include precise models that improve predictions of mergers and transients, advance astrophysics, and enhance public engagement with space science.","funding-current":533814.00,"funding-at-announcement":529577,"investigators-current":[{"title":"Dr","firstName":"Evgeni","familyName":"Grishin","roleName":"Discovery Early Career Researcher Award","roleCode":"DECRA","isFellowship":true,"orcidIdentifier":"0000-0001-7113-723X "}],"investigators-at-announcement":[{"title":"Dr","firstName":"Evgeni","familyName":"Grishin","roleName":"Discovery Early Career Researcher Award","roleCode":"DECRA","isFellowship":true,"orcidIdentifier":"0000-0001-7113-723X "}],"organisations-current":[{"organisationName":"Monash University","roleName":"Administering Organisation","state":"VIC"}],"organisations-at-announcement":[{"organisationName":"Monash University","roleName":"Administering Organisation","state":"VIC"}],"field-of-research":[{"isPrimary":true,"code":"5101","name":"Astronomical Sciences","type":"FOR20"},{"isPrimary":false,"code":"510105","name":"General Relativity and Gravitational Waves","type":"FOR20"},{"isPrimary":false,"code":"510106","name":"High Energy Astrophysics and Galactic Cosmic Rays","type":"FOR20"},{"isPrimary":false,"code":"510109","name":"Stellar Astronomy and Planetary Systems","type":"FOR20"}],"socio-economic-objective":[{"code":"280120","name":"Expanding Knowledge In the Physical Sciences","type":"SEO20"}],"international-collaboration":["Denmark","Germany","United States of America"],"lief-register":[],"achievement-summary":null,"national-interest-test-statement":"This project investigates how stars and black holes in galactic centres evolve, interact, and merge, producing powerful cosmic events such as gravitational waves and energetic outbursts. By modelling their interactions with gas discs and dense star clusters, it will develop a unified framework linking stellar evolution, black hole dynamics, and transients—aligning with the Australian Astronomy Decadal Plan’s focus on interconnected astrophysical processes. The research will bridge significant and timely gaps between gravitational-wave observations (LVK) and upcoming large-scale surveys (Vera Rubin Observatory), reinforcing Australia’s leadership in high-energy astrophysics.\n\nThe project will provide broad benefits to Australians by advancing expertise in computational modelling, a field with applications in finance, engineering, and AI. The study of black hole mergers and stellar evolution will deepen the understanding of fundamental physics while inspiring public interest in space science. Strengthening Australia's role in global space research, this work will contribute to future technological advancements and international collaborations.\n\nTo maximize impact, findings will be shared through media outreach, public lectures, and citizen science programs. Research outputs will be made accessible, supporting STEM education and ensuring long-term societal and technological benefits, reinforcing Australia's position as a leader in astrophysical research."}}}