Harnam Theti
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Harnam Theti is an astrophysicist whose work bridges professional astronomy and citizen science, with a focus on exoplanet characterization and ephemeris refinement. His most cited paper, "Original Research by Young Twinkle Students (ORBYTS): ephemeris refinement of transiting exoplanets" (2020, 36 citations), exemplifies his commitment to both scientific precision and educational outreach. The study used a combination of robotic telescope networks, citizen astronomer observations, and TESS data to refine transit timings for exoplanets with uncertainties exceeding ten minutes or lacking observations for over three years. This work is critical for ensuring accurate predictions of future transits, enabling efficient follow-up observations with facilities like the James Webb Space Telescope. Theti’s research directly supports the broader exoplanet community by maintaining the reliability of transit ephemerides, a foundational element for atmospheric characterization and orbital dynamics studies. Beyond his technical contributions, Theti is notable for integrating young researchers into authentic scientific workflows through the ORBYTS program, demonstrating that high-impact astronomy can be achieved through collaborative, inclusive models. His work stands as a model for combining rigorous data analysis with public engagement in cutting-edge exoplanet science.
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