High Contrast Imaging for Exoplanet Exploration

Explore high contrast imaging techniques in this 40-minute lecture by Dimitri Mawet from Caltech, delivered as part of the Keck Institute for Space Studies short course "Nano-Engineering for Exo Discoveries: Advancing Metasurfaces for Exoplanet Exploration." Gain insights into cutting-edge methods used in exoplanet detection and characterization, focusing on the role of high contrast imaging in pushing the boundaries of space exploration. Delve into the challenges and advancements in this field, understanding how these techniques contribute to our ability to study distant worlds. Learn about the intersection of nano-engineering and astronomy, and discover how metasurfaces are revolutionizing exoplanet research.