Colloq Abstract -Crossfield
September 14, 2018
11:00am Mountain
Ian Crossfield (MIT)
Infrared Spectroscopy of Stars and Planets
Abstract
Extrasolar planets and cool stars emit most of their light beyond the range of standard optical observations. These objects are often best studied using infrared spectroscopy. I will present recent results from my group on two topics: space-based IR spectroscopy of exoplanet atmospheres, and ground-based, high-resolution spectroscopy of both planets and stars. I will also conclude with a brief discussing of how future IR-optimized observatories will also enable exciting new science in these areas.
