Pierre Maxted

Pierre Maxted is a Reader in Astrophysics at Keele University, specializing in exoplanet detection and characterization. As science team member for the ESA CHEOPS mission, he develops data analysis software for precise exoplanet measurements. Research focuses on transiting exoplanets, eclipsing binaries, and planetary system dynamics.

Research explores transit timing variations, circumbinary planets, and stellar parameters of exoplanet hosts. Recent publications demonstrate CHEOPS mission capabilities for high-precision photometry of transiting systems.

Teaching includes quantum mechanics and astrophysics group projects. Supervises student research in exoplanet detection methods and data analysis techniques.