On the search of modified images of illuminated compact objects

The Project aims to explore the observational signatures of Modified Gravity by analyzing black hole images and accretion disk models. The objectives include developing a general framework to test gravitational theories, refining accretion disk models for more realistic imaging, and creating an open-source numerical package to obtain the final image. Some expected results include improved constraints or determination of new phenomenology on alternative gravity theories, new semi-analytical accretion disk models, and computational tools for the scientific community. The impact extends to advancing fundamental physics, fostering collaborations, and enhancing astrophysical observations. The project activities involve ray tracing simulations, analytical modeling, code development, and outreach. The schedule consists of structured work packages, with the first year focused on theoretical groundwork, while the second year consists more in software development and improving disk modeling.