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Dr. Jake Clark is an astronomer specializing in exoplanet detection and characterization, with a particular focus on the confirmation and mass measurement of planets discovered by NASA’s Transiting Exoplanet Survey Satellite (TESS). His most notable contribution is leading the design, commissioning, and first photometric results of the MINERVA-Australis telescope array, a facility that is nearly unique in the Southern Hemisphere for its dedicated role in following up TESS planet candidates. By enabling precise radial velocity measurements of transiting planets orbiting bright stars, Clark’s work has been instrumental in transforming candidate detections into confirmed, well-characterized worlds. His flagship paper on MINERVA-Australis has already garnered 21 citations, reflecting its foundational importance to the field. Through this facility, Clark is helping to fill a critical gap in Southern Hemisphere exoplanet science, accelerating the discovery and understanding of nearby planetary systems. His efforts are paving the way for future atmospheric studies with next-generation telescopes, making him a key figure in the ongoing revolution in exoplanet astronomy.