Young Moving Groups M dwarfs flare frequency

However, M dwarfs have long been known for strong magnetic activity and the ability to frequently produce optical, broadband emission flares. We aim to characterise the flaring behaviour of young M dwarfs in the temporal, spectral, and energetic dimensions, as well as examine the stellar parameters governing this behaviour, in order to improve our understanding of the energy and frequency of the flare events capable of shaping the exoplanet atmosphere.

Young Moving Group (YMG) members provide a unique age-based perspective on stellar activity. By examining their flare behaviour in conjunction with rotation, mass, and Ha data, we obtain a comprehensive understanding of flare activity drivers in young stars. We demonstrate that young stars sharing similar stellar parameters can exhibit a variety in flare frequency distributions and that the flare behaviour shows indications of difference between optical and far-UV.