Salma Jama
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Dr. Salma Jama is an astronomer dedicated to refining our understanding of exoplanetary systems through precise observational techniques. Her key research areas include exoplanet transit photometry, ephemeris refinement, and the professional development of young researchers. As a leading contributor to the Original Research By Young Twinkle Students (ORBYTS) program, Dr. Jama has pioneered a model that pairs early-career scientists with high-profile research, democratizing access to professional-grade telescopes. Her most cited work, "Ephemeris Refinement of Transiting Exoplanets II" (2020, 10 citations), utilized the Las Cumbres Observatory Global Telescope Network to improve orbital parameters for four exoplanets—TRES-2 b, HAT-P-22 b, HAT-P-36 b, and XO-2 b. This research directly enhances the accuracy of future atmospheric characterization studies by reducing transit timing uncertainties. Beyond her scientific contributions, Dr. Jama’s mentorship under the ORBYTS framework has been transformative, enabling secondary school students to co-author peer-reviewed papers and engage in authentic research. Her work exemplifies how targeted follow-up observations and inclusive science education can advance both exoplanet science and the next generation of astronomers.
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