Emily Boster
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Emily Boster is a planetary scientist whose research centers on lunar geology, volcanic processes, and the exploration of extreme environments on the Moon and Mars. Her most cited work, the 2019 study "Moon Diver: A Discovery Mission Concept for Understanding the History of Secondary Crusts through the Exploration of a Lunar Mare Pit," proposes a bold mission to rappel into a lunar pit—a skylight into a lava tube—to directly examine pristine layers of the Moon's secondary crust. This concept, with 32 citations, builds on the legacy of Apollo-era samples by targeting untouched geological records that could reveal how mare basalts evolved over time. Boster’s contributions extend to mapping volcanic terrains and identifying subsurface voids that could serve as future habitats. Her work bridges the gap between orbital remote sensing and in-situ exploration, offering a roadmap for understanding not just the Moon, but similar volcanic crusts on Mars and Mercury. By championing the exploration of these inaccessible features, Boster is shaping the next generation of planetary missions, inspiring students to think boldly about how we uncover the Solar System’s hidden histories.
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