Principles of Planetary Science. From the Earth-Moon System to Retrograde Triton and ExoLife

Authors

Nick Gorkavyi Lead Programmer/Analyst, Science Systems and Applications, USA. Dr. Nick Gorkavyi, Lead Programmer/Analyst in the Science Systems and Applications, is an esteemed author and recipient of numerous prestigious scientific awards including the NASA Robert H. Goddard Award, is renowned for his contributions to astronomy and his 40 years of experience in theoretical physics and astronomy. In recognition of his contributions to the field of astronomy, the International Astronomical Union named Asteroid 4654 Gor'kavyj in his honor. Affiliated with NASA's Goddard Space Flight Center for over a decade, he also imparts knowledge as a professor at Chelyabinsk University and was previously affiliated with Simeiz Observatory in Crimea. Dr. Gorkavyi's expertise and dedication to advancing our understanding of the universe make him a valuable asset to the scientific community. Oreste Reale Corporate Chief Scientist, Science Systems and Applications, USA. Dr. Oreste Reale has extensive experience in meteorology and remote sensing, contributing to the development of operational meteorological centers and conducting research in atmospheric sciences. He has held key roles in NASA's Goddard Space Flight Center, including Senior Scientist, Group Lead, and Director of the GESTAR program. Since 2021, he has served as Chief Scientist at SSAI, overseeing internal research initiatives and sponsored programs. He has been a consistent member of the NASA Sounder Science Team and PI on multiple grants related to atmospheric radiance assimilation, cloud retrievals, and long-term climate prediction. His work also includes experimental research on observing system simulation experiments, including applications for Mars exploration. Tatiana Taidakova Senior Scientist, Greenwich Institute for Science and Technology, USA. Dr. Tatiana Taidakova has a distinguished career in astrophysics, with extensive research on planetary rings, the dynamics of small Solar System bodies, interplanetary dust, satellite system formation, and exoplanet interactions with protoplanetary disks, as well as geodynamics. She has authored over 40 scientific publications and developed innovative methods, including a new integral of motion for particles influenced by solar radiation and an efficient finite-difference scheme for celestial mechanics simulations that account for dissipative effects. Her work has significantly contributed to understanding celestial mechanics and planetary system evolution. She has been recognized with awards from the American Astronomical Society and the Payne-Gaposchkin Memorial Foundation.