Kelsey Young

Kelsey Young is the lead scientist associated with NASA's Artemis II mission. This mission is significant as it marks the first flyby of the far side of the moon in over half a century, with a crew of four astronauts (three Americans and one Canadian) venturing further from Earth than any humans have before. Young's role is crucial in guiding the scientific objectives of the mission. The Artemis II crew recently entered the moon's "sphere of influence," signifying the moon's gravity now has a stronger pull on the spacecraft than Earth's. The astronauts will be observing the moon using their own eyes, which are considered superior to cameras for capturing subtle details. Young's expertise is essential for interpreting the astronauts' observations and ensuring the mission's scientific success.