Speaker
Description
Magnetars, the most magnetized neutron stars in the universe, present
a fascinating but yet enigmatic population. Their birth rates,
evolutionary paths, and connection to the broader neutron star
population remain open questions in astrophysics. In this talk, I will
explore recent insights into magnetar formation rates, their relation
to core-collapse supernovae, and their presence in transient X-ray
sky. Thanks to Swift, and subsequent advent of sensitive all-sky
monitors and deep X-ray observations, we are witnessing an era of
unprecedented discovery in high-energy astrophysics. I will discuss
how these new observations challenge traditional views on magnetar
populations, and shed light on their link to other exotic
extra-Galactic transients.
