Unraveling the Mysteries of Exoplanets

Exploring the history of exoplanet discoveries from the early 1980s with a spotlight on the challenges faced in defining clear conventions, particularly with the Doppler method. Discussing historical methods like astrometry, false detections, and surprising discoveries around neutron stars, alongside the limited information available about these distant worlds. Delving into the unexpected characteristics of hot Jupiter planets and the variability in planetary systems among different stars, challenging astronomers' traditional expectations.