How Do You Image Extrasolar Planets Hidden Close to Bright Stars?

Presenter Full Name
Dr. Kalas
Institution
UC Berkeley
Year & Semester
2019 Spring
Presentation Date
March 4, 2019

Directly imaging planets around nearby stars is one of the most technically challenging endeavors in astronomy. Dr. Kalas of UC Berkeley will review the scientific discoveries and surprises delivered by a new generation of advanced observatories and instruments.