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Simon Glover is a leading figure in computational astrophysics, renowned for his work on the formation of the first stars and galaxies. His research centers on the complex interplay between chemistry, radiation, and hydrodynamics in the early universe, particularly within the first 100 million years after the Big Bang. Glover’s major contributions include pioneering simulations that explain how molecular hydrogen—the primary coolant in primordial gas—enabled the collapse of the first protostars, and how stellar feedback from these early stars shaped cosmic structure. His highly cited work on the thermal and chemical evolution of primordial gas has been instrumental in setting the stage for modern galaxy formation theory. With over 10,000 citations to his name, Glover’s influence is profound. Notably, he is a key contributor to the Sloan Digital Sky Survey V (SDSS-V), the first all-sky, multi-epoch spectroscopic survey, which is revolutionizing our understanding of the Milky Way and beyond. His ability to bridge theoretical models with observational data makes his research essential for interpreting next-generation telescopes like JWST.