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Bruno Bousquet is a leading figure in planetary science and laser spectroscopy, whose work has been instrumental in advancing our understanding of Mars. His primary research focuses on the development and application of remote-sensing instruments for planetary exploration, particularly laser-induced breakdown spectroscopy (LIBS) and Raman spectroscopy. Bousquet’s major contributions include his pivotal role in the SuperCam instrument suite on NASA’s Mars 2020 Perseverance rover. As a key architect of the SuperCam’s body unit, he helped design and test a system that enables the rover to analyze the chemical and mineral composition of rocks from a distance, revolutionizing in-situ Martian geology. His most-cited paper, detailing the SuperCam’s body unit and combined system tests, has garnered 322 citations, underscoring its foundational impact on the mission. This work, alongside earlier foundational papers, has enabled Perseverance to characterize ancient habitable environments and cache samples for future return to Earth. Bousquet’s achievements highlight his expertise in bridging cutting-edge laser technology with space exploration, making him a vital contributor to one of NASA’s most ambitious planetary science missions.