Key insights are gained from studies of the spatially-resolved dynamics, star formation, and physical properties from near-IR integral field spectroscopy, now possible with instruments such as SINFONI at the VLT. I will present results of such studies, including "SINS", the largest survey to date with full 2D mapping of Halpha kinematics and distribution with SINFONI for over 100 galaxies probing the bulk of the massive star-forming population at z ~ 2. I will highlight both detailed case studies and ensemble properties, and will discuss the implications on the mass assembly, star formation, and dynamical evolution of massive z ~ 2 galaxies.

Speaker: Natascha Förster-Schreiber (MPE Garching)

All 2010 Fall Colloquia talks are held on Wednesdays in the STScI John N. Bahcall Auditorium at 3:30 p.m. preceded by tea at 3:15 p.m.

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