2 papers
astro-ph2004
The properties of ultra-compact dwarf galaxies and their possible origin
Michael Hilker, Steffen Mieske
In this contribution the discovery and properties of ultra-compact dwarf galaxies are presented, and their possible origin is discussed. This new type of galaxy resides in the core…
astro-ph2003
Potential of the Surface Brightness Fluctuation method to measure distances to dwarf ellipticals in nearby clusters
S. Mieske, M. Hilker, L. Infante
The potential of the Surface Brightness Fluctuation (SBF) method to determine distances to dwarf ellipticals in nearby clusters is investigated. We find that for the Fornax cluster…