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Madelyn Vandewalle is a rising star in space radiation physics, whose work directly addresses one of the most pressing hazards for long-duration human spaceflight. Her primary research focuses on characterizing and mitigating the risks posed by galactic cosmic rays and trapped particles to astronauts and spacecraft systems. Vandewalle made a landmark contribution as the lead author of the first comprehensive space radiation measurements from the Artemis I lunar mission (2024), a study that has already garnered 30 citations for providing critical, real-world data beyond low Earth orbit. This work not only quantifies exposure levels for future lunar and Mars missions but also validates models used to predict cancer, cataract, and degenerative disease risks. Her findings are instrumental in shaping NASA's radiation safety protocols and shielding designs. By bridging the gap between theoretical risk models and empirical deep-space data, Vandewalle is helping to make humanity’s return to the Moon—and eventual journey to Mars—a safer endeavor.