NASA Exoplanet Archive

The NASA Exoplanet Archive serves as the premier astronomical database for researchers and enthusiasts dedicated to the study of worlds orbiting other stars. Operated by IPAC at the California Institute of Technology under contract with NASA, this resource integrates public data from both ground-based and space-borne missions, including landmark projects like Kepler, K2, and TESS. It acts as a centralized hub for validated information on confirmed exoplanets, planet candidates, and their host stars, ensuring that the global scientific community has access to standardized, high-quality datasets. Beyond its extensive data tables, the archive offers a suite of sophisticated tools for data visualization and analysis, such as interactive light curve viewers and transit prediction services. Users can explore detailed stellar parameters, orbital characteristics, and planetary properties through user-friendly interfaces designed for both professional astronomers and citizen scientists. By providing these essential resources, the NASA Exoplanet Archive facilitates ongoing discoveries and deepens our understanding of the diversity and distribution of planetary systems across the galaxy.