Radio and X-ray Signatures of Merging Neutron Stars
  We describe the possible electromagnetic signals expected from the magnetospheric interactions of a neutron star binary prior to merger. We find that both radio and X-ray signals of detectable strength are possible. We discuss possible links with the phenomenon of gamma-ray bursts and describe the prospects for direct detection of these signals in searches for radio and X-ray transients. 
Brad M. S. Hansen (1,2) and Maxim Lyutikov (1) ((1) Canadian Institute   for Theoretical Astrophysics, (2) Princeton University)