Laura De Leo

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Laura De Leo is a rising researcher in aerospace engineering, with a focus on the critical infrastructure needed for next-generation space exploration. Her primary research areas include lunar navigation systems, radio frequency communications, and the development of precise timing and synchronization technologies for deep-space missions. De Leo’s most notable contribution is her work on the Performance Analysis of Lunar Radio Navigation ODTS System, a 2023 study that has already garnered 8 citations—a strong early impact indicator. This paper addresses a pressing challenge: as lunar missions accelerate toward both robotic and human exploration, robust communication and navigation systems are essential. De Leo’s analysis provides key insights into the One-way Doppler Time Synchronization (ODTS) framework, offering a pathway to reliable positioning on the Moon, which is a foundational step for future Mars missions. Her work is particularly timely, aligning with global efforts to establish a permanent lunar presence. For students and researchers, De Leo represents the new wave of engineers solving the practical problems of cislunar and interplanetary travel, making her a name to watch in the field of space navigation.