Title: Large Synoptic Survey Telescope Galaxies Science Roadmap,
Abstract: The Large Synoptic Survey Telescope (LSST) will enable revolutionary studies
of galaxies, dark matter, and black holes over cosmic time. The LSST Galaxies
Science Collaboration has identified a host of preparatory research tasks
required to leverage fully the LSST dataset for extragalactic science beyond
the study of dark energy. This Galaxies Science Roadmap provides a brief
introduction to critical extragalactic science to be conducted ahead of LSST
operations, and a detailed list of preparatory science tasks including the
motivation, activities, and deliverables associated with each. The Galaxies
Science Roadmap will serve as a guiding document for researchers interested in
conducting extragalactic science in anticipation of the forthcoming LSST era.