Introductory Course on Particle and Nuclear Physics

This lecture is organized by Cluster Coordinator Prof. Dr. Stephan Paul and gives a brief overview of particle physics for astrophysicists. The important concepts of particle physics are discussed, some principle of key measurements and experimental techniques. Examples for applications in astrophysics are outlined. Special emphasis is put on items particularly important with direct impact on astrophysics and cosmology like neutrino physics, element formation and dark matter. The lectures is largely presented via powerpoint slides available to the audience as PDF. Emphasis is put on discussing questions, and on conceptual issues of particle and nuclear physics. Thus, pure up-front lecturing will be interleaved with joint discussion with students. Attendance for PhD students and postdocs of the Excellence Cluster Universe working in the field astronomy, astrophysics and cosmology is obligatory. Everybody is welcomed.