Heather A. Knutson

Heather A. Knutson is Professor of Planetary Science and Divisional Academic Officer for Geological and Planetary Sciences at Caltech. Her research characterizes extrasolar planetary atmospheres using observational techniques.

Education includes BS from Johns Hopkins University (2004) and PhD from Harvard University (2009) with postdoctoral work at Caltech.

Research interests focus on atmospheric characterization of exoplanets through precision infrared measurements, including non-equilibrium chemistry, atmospheric circulation patterns, and detection of long-period planetary companions.

No publications available in provided materials. Active in developing observational methods for studying exoplanet compositions and climates.