Sara Cresto Aleina
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Sara Cresto Aleina is a systems engineer and space exploration strategist whose work focuses on technology roadmapping and prioritization for lunar initiatives. Her most cited paper, "Approach to technology prioritization in support of moon initiatives in the framework of ESA exploration technology roadmaps" (2017), has garnered 13 citations and represents a foundational contribution to how space agencies systematically evaluate and rank technologies needed for sustainable Moon exploration. By developing a structured methodology for aligning technology development with mission objectives, Aleina has helped bridge the gap between high-level exploration goals and concrete engineering decisions. Her research is particularly influential within the European Space Agency’s exploration framework, where her prioritization approach supports efficient resource allocation for critical technologies like in-situ resource utilization and habitat systems. Aleina’s work stands out for its practical, systems-level thinking—offering a replicable model that can be adapted for other planetary destinations. For students and researchers in space systems engineering, her contributions demonstrate how rigorous technology assessment can accelerate humanity’s return to the Moon and beyond.
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