Dr. Alan Stern is a leading planetary scientist and space exploration pioneer, best known for his role as the principal investigator of NASA’s New Horizons mission, which provided the first close-up images of Pluto. With a passion for discovery, he has also ventured into the deep sea, participating in expeditions to explore the Titanic wreck. Dr. Stern’s groundbreaking work in both space and ocean exploration has expanded our understanding of the universe, while his curiosity about life’s potential beyond Earth continues to shape scientific thought.