ExoPAG 33 – Overview

Meeting Overview

NASA’s Exoplanet Program Analysis Group (ExoPAG) meetings are a vital platform where the science community can actively shape the future of exoplanet exploration. By participating in the ExoPAG, you have the unique opportunity to influence NASA by proposing and contributing to Science Interest Groups (SIGs) and Study Analysis Groups (SAGs). These groups focus on specific areas of study with goals such as gathering the latest information from subject matter experts, identifying opportunities to fill knowledge gaps in key areas, and contributing to the overall success of future exoplanet missions.

SIGs and SAGs produce reports and findings that are presented to NASA Headquarters and the Astrophysics Advisory Committee, directly impacting the priorities and strategies of NASA’s exoplanet exploration efforts. Additionally, any ExoPAG member can propose new findings, which are then discussed, voted on, and potentially advanced to NASA Headquarters if approved.

ExoPAG 33 presentations will include updates on the current SIGs and SAGs and offer an opportunity for suggestions and recommendations during the community open mic session. Some of the agenda highlights are:

• NASA Updates: Get the latest astrophysics and exoplanet insights from NASA Headquarters and the Exoplanet Exploration Program Office.
• Reports from SIGs and SAGs: Hear updates on NASA community studies about the Habitable Worlds Observatory, technosignatures, and more.
• Presentations from Early Career Scientists: We invite early-career researchers to present their work at ExoPAG 33. Presentations should align with the priorities in the current Exoplanet Exploration Program Science Gap List. Applications due by Friday, November 14 at 5:00pm PT. Apply Now!
• Roman Space Telescope and Key Exoplanet Observations: Learn about exoplanet studies and synergies with the Roman Space Telescope, the Rocky Worlds DDT, and more.
• Meeting Summaries: Catch up on recent exoplanet conference you may not have been able to attend with these meeting highlights
• Open Mic Session: Engage in an open discussion where all attendees can provide feedback on exoplanet-related topics, submit new suggestions, and directly influence the ExoPAG Executive Committee, the Exoplanet Exploration Program, and NASA Headquarters.

ExoPAG meetings offer a forum for deep discussions on scientific and technical issues in exoplanet exploration, with a strong emphasis on community input to guide NASA’s Exoplanet Exploration Program (ExEP). We encourage all interested members of the space science community to attend, participate, and contribute to the ongoing prioritization of activities that will advance our understanding of exoplanets.
Suggestions for topics and speakers are always welcome as we strive to ensure these meetings reflect the community’s interests and priorities.

Community Feedback

Suggestions and input from the community are welcome and encouraged any time. Individuals can send proposed suggestions or findings to the ExoPAG Executive Committee (EC) for review via anonymous online forms.

Suggestions:

• Suggestions for the ExoPAG will be dispositioned by the EC and can subsequently be discussed by the full ExoPAG at a bi-annual meeting.
• Suggestion Form

Findings:

• Findings can be presented, discussed, and voted on by the full ExoPAG at a bi-annual meeting. Findings that are approved by the ExoPAG are provided to NASA Headquarters by way of a written memo from the EC. (See description of past findings for reference)
• Finding Form