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Johan O. A. Robertsson is a leading figure in planetary science and wave experimentation, renowned for his work on subsurface exploration and geophysical instrumentation. His research focuses on understanding planetary interiors through innovative robotic and wave-based methods. A key contribution is his involvement with NASA’s InSight mission, where he analyzed soil properties from the HP³ penetrometer (the “mole”), which aimed to measure Mars’ heat flow by burrowing 3–5 meters deep—a challenging endeavor that yielded critical insights into Martian regolith mechanics. Robertsson also conceptualized the LunarLeaper mission, designed to robotically explore lunar lava tubes via pits, unlocking a subsurface world for future habitation and science. On Earth, he established the Centre for Immersive Wave Experimentation (CIWE) in Zürich, a 200 m² facility pioneering immersive boundary techniques for acoustic and elastic wave propagation. While his most-cited papers (e.g., 2021 InSight study with 3 citations) reflect niche, high-impact contributions, his work bridges planetary geology and experimental geophysics, advancing our ability to probe hidden environments—from Mars’ crust to the Moon’s voids. Robertsson’s achievements underscore a career dedicated to pushing the boundaries of subsurface discovery.