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Claudia Pacelli is a leading astrobiologist and space biologist whose research focuses on the survival of extremophilic organisms in space and the development of life-support systems for future lunar missions. Her most cited work, "BioMoon: a concept for a mission to advance space life sciences and astrobiology on the Moon" (2024, 8 citations), proposes an integrated mission design to answer fundamental biological questions using the Moon as a platform. This concept highlights her major contribution: bridging astrobiology with practical space exploration to study how life can thrive beyond Earth. Pacelli also edited the "Special Issue: ‘Advances in Space Biology’" (2024, 1 citation), curating cutting-edge research in the field. Her work is pivotal for understanding microbial resilience in extreme environments and for developing bioregenerative life-support systems critical for long-duration human spaceflight. With a growing citation impact, Pacelli is recognized as a rising voice in space biology, advancing our knowledge of life’s limits and potential for off-world habitation. Her research not only informs astrobiology but also directly supports NASA and ESA’s goals for sustainable lunar exploration.