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J. Frydenvang is a planetary scientist whose research focuses on the geochemical exploration of Mars, particularly through the development and application of advanced spectroscopic instruments. As a key contributor to the NASA Mars 2020 mission, Frydenvang played a pivotal role in the SuperCam instrument suite, which equips the Perseverance rover with cutting-edge remote-sensing capabilities, including laser-induced breakdown spectroscopy (LIBS) and time-resolved Raman spectroscopy. Their most-cited work, "The SuperCam Instrument Suite on the NASA Mars 2020 Rover: Body Unit and Combined System Tests" (2020, 322 citations), details the rigorous testing and integration of the instrument’s body unit, demonstrating its ability to analyze Martian rocks and soils from long distances and within the rover’s workspace. This contribution has been instrumental in identifying past habitable environments and potential biosignatures on the Red Planet. Frydenvang’s expertise in LIBS and Raman techniques has advanced our understanding of Mars’ geological history, making them a leading figure in planetary spectroscopy and a vital asset to the scientific community’s quest to uncover the planet’s secrets.