Stepping Stones on a Rocky Road - The Status on Spectroscopic Characterization of Terrestrial Planets

Explore the challenges and advancements in spectroscopic characterization of terrestrial planets in this informative talk. Delve into the complexities of identifying Earth-like planets around Sun-like stars and the obstacles faced in modern exoplanet spectroscopy. Learn about the necessary instrumentation and techniques required to extract meaningful data in ultra-low signal-to-noise conditions. Gain insights into the speaker's research and the limitations of both low- and high-resolution spectroscopy applications. Discover the stepping stones on the rocky road to understanding Earth-like worlds, including the impact of atmospheric hazes and the future of exoplanet research. This presentation covers essential topics such as spectroscopy physics, past and present work in the field, and the ongoing quest to search for Earth-like life beyond our solar system.