Professor Chris Impey interviews Dr. Daniel Apai from Steward Observatory and the Lunar and Planetary Lab at The University of Arizona. Dr. Apai’s research focuses on the formation and properties of exoplanetary systems, through direct observations of protoplanetary and debris disks and giant exoplanets. He is particularly interested in the formation of habitable planets and the characterization of exoplanetary atmospheres, including the search for biomarkers.