Exploring Galactic Sub-Structures: A Look into the GECKOS Survey of Edge-On Galaxies

The GECKOS Survey examines edge-on, Milky Way-like galaxies to understand the structures and kinematics within them, focusing on features like boxy-peanut bulges and bars. Using high-resolution imaging and the nGIST pipeline for data analysis, researchers identified diverse kinematic patterns and evidence of nuclear discs, revealing how these sub-structures influence galaxy shape and evolution. The findings suggest that kinematic mapping provides a richer view of galaxy morphology than imaging alone, supporting a complex, modern understanding of galactic structure.