Gloria Canocchi PhD student

I recently defended my PhD in the Astronomy Department at Stockholm University, under the supervision of Dr. Karin Lind as part of the Stars, Planets & Astrobiology group. My research focuses on stellar spectroscopy, particularly in the context of planet-host FGK-type stars. I specialize in modeling stellar spectra using advanced 3D radiation hydrodynamic model atmospheres and non-LTE radiative transfer techniques to better disentangle the planetary absorption signals from the stellar imprints in high-resolution transmission spectra of Hot Jupiters. As instrumentation continues to advance—such as with the upcoming ANDES spectrograph at the Extremely Large Telescope (ELT)—the development and application of highly accurate stellar models are essential for optimizing the characterization of exoplanet atmospheres.

In addition to my research, I am passionate about teaching and actively participate in public outreach, including initiatives like the FysikShow.