Hugh Lewis

Hugh Lewis is a prominent space scientist and academic known for his work in the field of astrodynamics and planetary defense. He holds a position at the University of Southampton in the United Kingdom, where he conducts research on the risks posed by near-Earth objects (NEOs) such as asteroids. Recently, he was in the news for providing insights into the increasing impact probabilities of the asteroid 2024 YR4, emphasizing the importance of ongoing monitoring and the potential implications of a possible collision with Earth.