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Dr. Kanyan Xu is a leading voice in planetary protection, a field dedicated to safeguarding scientific integrity during space exploration. Her research focuses on the international policies and scientific frameworks that prevent biological contamination between Earth and other celestial bodies. Dr. Xu’s major contributions include a comprehensive review of the COSPAR Planetary Protection Policy for robotic missions to Mars, a pivotal work that synthesizes current scientific knowledge and outlines future challenges (28 citations). She has also authored a landmark paper on planetary protection as an international concern and responsibility, emphasizing the need for global cooperation as space becomes more accessible to new actors (26 citations). Her work is instrumental in shaping the protocols that ensure robotic missions do not compromise the search for extraterrestrial life or bring harmful contaminants back to Earth. Dr. Xu’s research is not only highly cited but also critical for the sustainable and responsible exploration of our solar system, making her a key figure in the intersection of space policy, astrobiology, and international law.