Ian Parry

Professor Ian Parry is affiliated with the Institute of Astronomy at the University of Cambridge. His research focuses on astronomical optics, development of unfolding space telescopes, and TIR space telescopes for climate change mitigation. He investigates exoplanet biosignatures and is involved in projects to reduce space telescope costs through innovative deployment techniques.

• Research Highlights:
  • Principal Investigator for unfolding, self-aligning space telescopes (2017–present)
  • Collaborates with Cambridge-Zero on satellite-based climate monitoring
  • Develops thermal infrared (TIR) telescopes to track building energy emissions
• Technical Expertise:
  • Deployment mechanisms for space telescopes
  • Precision metrology and alignment systems
  • Control systems for orbital stability
• Awards:
  • Jackson-Gwilt Medal, Royal Astronomical Society (2017)