Modules for Experiments in Stellar Astrophysics#
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Modules for Experiments in Stellar Astrophysics (MESA) is an advanced, open-source 1D stellar evolution code. The code is developed and maintained by a globally distributed team of researchers. MESA is written primarily in Fortran with a modular, flexible design that facilitates easy interfacing.
🚀 New to MESA? Start with the Quickstart guide to set up and run your first models.
- 📖 Experienced users may find the Reference and Defaults
page most useful for exploring the code’s features and input parameters. The Test Suite provides example problems for testing and showcasing MESA, serving as a project starting point but often requiring modifications for science-grade accuracy.
Check out the full documentation below.