Imaging polarimetry for the characterisation of exoplanets and protoplanetary discs : scientific and technical challenges

Juan Ovelar, M. de (2013)

Doctoral Thesis

The study of exoplanets and the protoplanetary discs in which they form is a very challenging task. In this thesis we present several studies in which we investigate the potential of imaging polarimetry at visible and near-infrared wavelengths to reveal the characteristics of these objects and overcome the scientific and technical challenges involved.

• Transitional discs
• Protoplanetary discs
• Exoplanets
• Environmental effects in planet formation
• High resolution imaging
• Polarimetry

• All authors: Juan Ovelar, M. de
• Supervisor: Keller, C.U.
• Co-supervisor: Snik, F.
• Qualification: Doctor (dr.)
• Awarding Institution: Leiden Observatory, Faculty of Science, Leiden University
• Date: 2013-12-12
• ISBN (print): 9789461085573