A charming astronomer explains to a party full of drones how it's occasionally possible--but difficult--to photograph a planet around another star, and how it might become more common in the future.

Exoplanet photobombs? THE SOCIAL ASTRONOMER (part 11)

The Universe Unplugged video series presents exciting astronomical science in playful ways designed to appeal to a broad audience of lifelong learners of all ages, with a special focus on underserved communities in science. Produced at Caltech/IPAC in Pasadena, California, the videos integrate the talents of celebrities, astronomers, and educators, to communicate the wonders of the universe as revealed by NASA's many astrophysics missions.

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Exoplanet photobombs? THE SOCIAL ASTRONOMER (part 11)

Exoplanet photobombs? THE SOCIAL ASTRONOMER (part 11)