Eugene Shoemaker

Eugene Shoemaker was a pioneering American geologist and planetary scientist known for his work on impact craters and asteroids. He helped establish the link between meteorite impacts and the formation of craters on Earth and the Moon. Shoemaker co-discovered the comet Shoemaker-Levy 9, which famously collided with Jupiter in 1994, providing valuable insights into planetary impacts. He was also a key figure in the Apollo lunar program, contributing to our understanding of the Moon's geology. His research has significantly advanced our understanding of planetary processes and the dynamics of our solar system.