The study of strongly interacting matter lies at the intersection of heavy-ion physics and astrophysics, with the underlying theory being Quantum-Chromo-Dynamics (QCD). Both atomic nuclei and the dense interiors of astrophysical objects are connected via the Equation-of-State (EoS) of dense baryonic matter, making its study essential for understanding a range of phenomena.
The upcoming SIS100 accelerator at FAIR represents a critical step forward for high density baryonic matter studies, complementing existing accelerator facilities. This workshop will assess the current and upcoming experimental capabilities and challenges in probing the dense matter EoS, identify the required advancements that theoretical modeling of dense baryonic matter is confronted with and constrain modeling uncertainties, and foster new collaborations across the boundary towards astrophysics.
Key Topics:
- Collective observables probing the high density EoS
- Theoretical modelling of the dense baryonic matter
- Multi-messenger studies of the EoS
- Data standardization and compilation for EoS studies
