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Colin Bennett is a leading figure in planetary science, with a primary focus on lunar exploration, particularly the study of water on the Moon and the geology of planetary surfaces. His most significant contribution to date is his central role in NASA’s Lunar Trailblazer mission, a pioneering small satellite selected in 2019 under the SIMPLEx program. As a key architect of this mission, Bennett is driving efforts to understand the form, abundance, and distribution of water on the Moon, as well as the dynamics of the lunar water cycle. His work on this mission, detailed in a highly cited 2022 paper, has already garnered 19 citations and is poised to reshape our understanding of lunar resources. Beyond this flagship project, Bennett’s research consistently advances the field of small satellite science, demonstrating how compact, cost-effective platforms can deliver groundbreaking insights into planetary geology. His achievements underscore a career dedicated to pushing the boundaries of exploration, making him a vital contributor to the next generation of lunar science.