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Dr. Zongcheng Ling is a leading planetary scientist whose work centers on lunar exploration, extraterrestrial materials analysis, and the geological evolution of the Moon. His major contributions include pioneering the use of Raman imaging to characterize extraterrestrial materials, a technique that has become essential for non-destructive mineralogical analysis of lunar and meteorite samples. His 2014 paper on this method has garnered 58 citations, underscoring its foundational impact. Dr. Ling also co-authored the highly influential 2024 perspective “Return to the Moon,” which has already accumulated 68 citations, reflecting its timely synthesis of new scientific priorities for lunar exploration. Notably, his research on the Ina irregular mare patch—a puzzling volcanic feature on the Moon—has helped distinguish between ancient and modern volcanism models, advancing our understanding of lunar thermal history. His work with Chang’E-1 Imaging Interferometer data has further refined lunar absolute reflectance measurements. Through these contributions, Dr. Ling has shaped modern lunar science, bridging remote sensing, in-situ analysis, and mission concept development.