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S. Brylow is a key figure in lunar exploration, best known for their substantial contributions to the Lunar Reconnaissance Orbiter (LRO) mission. Their primary research areas encompass planetary remote sensing, spacecraft instrumentation, and high-resolution lunar imaging. Brylow’s most impactful work is the highly cited 2007 overview of the LRO instrument suite, which has garnered over 400 citations and serves as a foundational reference for lunar scientists. This paper details the mission’s ambitious goals and the suite of instruments designed to map the Moon in unprecedented detail. Brylow also led the critical flight calibration of the LROC Narrow Angle Camera, a 2015 study that ensured the accuracy of the highest-resolution images ever taken of the lunar surface from orbit. This calibration work is essential for deriving precise topographic and geological data. Through these achievements, Brylow has enabled transformative studies of lunar morphology, impact cratering, and potential landing sites, cementing their role in advancing our understanding of Earth’s nearest neighbor.