Dr. Alan Stern

Dr. Alan Stern is a prominent American planetary scientist and engineer, known for leading NASA's New Horizons mission which explored Pluto and the Kuiper Belt. He specializes in studying planets, moons, and small celestial bodies, contributing significantly to our understanding of the solar system's outer regions. Stern has held academic and leadership roles, advocating for space exploration and scientific research. His work combines scientific expertise with mission management, helping to advance our knowledge of distant worlds and the origins of our solar system.