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Rick Wayne

MAS Outreach Coordinator

Quite recently, only the brainiest and most dedicated uber-nerds dared to tread into astroimaging. The laws of physics haven’t changed, but in every direction, the barriers to entry have nevertheless fallen. First-class optics, precision mounts, amazing sensors, and simply incredible advances in software are in reach for just about anyone. If you thought astrophotography was too hard or too expensive, see what you think after we explore the current state of play.

Maxwell Kroft

PhD student in the Department of Astronomy, UW-Madison

Advisor: Thomas Beatty

How do astronomers discover and characterize exoplanets? It’s not as straightforward as spotting them with a telescope, like you do with stars on a clear night in a park. In this presentation, Max will delve into the methods astronomers employ to measure various aspects of exoplanets, primarily by observing their impact on their host stars. He’ll also share his research on exoplanets conducted using the WIYN 3.5m telescope at Kitt Peak, Arizona.

Photographic mistakes take many different forms. Some can be very expensive. Like when you’ve traveled thousands of miles to be in the exact location, at the exact time, to take a very specific shot. When you screw it up, second chances can be difficult to arrange, or may just be impossible.

Mistakes and Second Chances

John Rummel