Density dependent relativistic Hartree-Fock theory has been extended to describe properties of exotic nuclei. The effects of Fock exchange terms and of πand ρmeson contributions are discussed. These effects are found to be more important for neutron rich nuclei than for nuclei near the valley of stability. PACS: 21.10.Dr, 21.10.Gv, 21.60.Jz, 24.10.Jv

The new Atomki-V2 α-nucleus potential is applied to calculate astrophysical reaction rates NA〈σv〉 of intermediate mass and heavy target nuclei from iron (Z=26) up bismuth (Z=83). Overall, α-induced reactions are provided for 4359 nuclei, covering as well neutron-deficient extremely neutron-rich the proton neutron dripline. Contrary previous rate compilations, these calculations include all rele...