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Dr. Guirong Yan is a leading researcher in space plasma physics and lunar surface environments, with a particular focus on the complex interactions between plasma, dust, and robotic systems in extraterrestrial settings. Her most-cited work, "Kinetic Particle Simulations of Plasma and Dust Environments at Robotic Construction Sites near the Lunar Terminator" (2022), represents a significant contribution to in-situ resource utilization and lunar infrastructure development. In this study, Dr. Yan developed a fully kinetic finite-difference particle simulation that resolves the electrostatic fields generated by the local plasma environment during excavation activities at the lunar terminator—a region of extreme environmental contrast. This work provides critical insights into how charged dust and plasma can affect robotic construction equipment, addressing one of the key challenges for sustained human presence on the Moon. With 6 citations and growing recognition, her research bridges computational plasma physics and practical space engineering. Dr. Yan’s simulations offer foundational knowledge for designing resilient robotic systems capable of operating in the harsh, electrostatically active conditions near the lunar surface, marking her as an emerging authority in space environment modeling.
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