Exoplanets - 25 Years of Discoveries

Embark on a captivating journey through 25 years of exoplanet discoveries in this Kavli Foundation Keynote Plenary Session featuring Michel Mayor. Explore the remarkable progress made in the field of exoplanet research, from the first discoveries to the current tally of over 4,000 planetary systems. Gain insights into the crucial role of high-resolution spectroscopy in advancing our understanding of distant worlds. Delve into the future prospects of this technology and its significance in supporting follow-up measurements for major space missions like Kepler, K2, TESS, CHEOPS, GAIA, and PLATO. Understand why the demand for high-resolution and Doppler spectroscopy continues to grow in importance for exoplanet research. This 34-minute talk offers a comprehensive overview of past achievements and future directions in the exciting field of exoplanet exploration.