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Annabel Gomez is a planetary geologist whose research focuses on the surface processes and geophysical properties of Mars, particularly through the lens of landed missions. Her most cited work, "Investigating the Martian soil at the InSight landing site" (2024), provides a critical analysis of the regolith and terrain encountered by NASA’s InSight lander. In this study, Gomez examines how the soil’s physical and mechanical properties influenced the deployment of the lander’s instruments, including the seismometer and the heat probe known as the "mole." Her contributions are vital for understanding the challenges of in-situ planetary exploration and for interpreting the geological history of the Martian surface. While her citation count is still growing—reflecting the recent publication of her key paper—her work has already informed the broader planetary science community about the complexities of landing site selection and instrument performance on Mars. Gomez’s research is foundational for future missions that aim to drill, sample, or traverse Martian terrain, making her a rising voice in the field of extraterrestrial soil mechanics.