Paris Keenan
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Paris Keenan is an emerging leader in exoplanetary science, recognized for pioneering contributions to the precision characterization of transiting exoplanets through the ORBYTS (Original Research By Young Twinkle Students) program. Her key research areas include ephemeris refinement, transit timing variations, and the orbital dynamics of hot Jupiters. Keenan’s most-cited work, "Original Research by Young Twinkle Students (Orbyts): Ephemeris Refinement of Transiting Exoplanets II" (2020, 10 citations), demonstrates her commitment to both scientific rigor and educational equity. In this study, she led follow-up observations of four exoplanets—TRES-2 b, HAT-P-22 b, HAT-P-36 b, and XO-2 b—using the Las Cumbres Observatory Global Telescope Network. By refining orbital ephemerides, her work enables more accurate predictions of transit events, a critical need for future atmospheric characterization with missions like JWST and Twinkle. Notably, Keenan’s research is conducted within a unique student-led framework that mentors young researchers from underrepresented backgrounds, amplifying her impact beyond citation counts. Her contributions exemplify how citizen science and professional research can intersect, advancing both exoplanet science and inclusive STEM education.
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