CAOSP abstracts, Volume: 56, No.: 1, year: 2026

Author(s): Srećković, V.A.; Ignjatović, L.M.; Dimitrijević, M.S.
Journal: Contributions of the Astronomical Observatory Skalnaté Pleso, vol. 56, no. 1, p. 131-139.
Date: 01/2026
Title: Collisional data for the study of laboratory and space plasmas
Keyword(s): atomic and molecular datasets, laboratory and astrophysical plasma, collisional peocesses, astrochemistry, modeling
Pages: 131 -- 139
DOI: https://doi.org/10.31577/caosp.2026.56.1.131
NASA ADS Abstract Service: 2026CoSka..56a.131S
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Abstract: This paper highlights the importance of collisional processes in astrophysical environments, including the interstellar medium, planetary atmospheres, and laboratory studies. We emphasize the critical roles of heavy-particle ionization and dissociative recombination, underscoring the need for accurate cross-section data. Our research focuses on calculations of cross sections and rate coefficients needed for modeling. We also discuss future research directions.