lunarfocused

Lunarfocused is a term used to describe an emphasis on the Moon in a topic, project, field of study, or creative work. It indicates that lunar features, cycles, exploration, or themes are central rather than peripheral. The compound form is an English neologism created from lunar and focused and is typically used informally to label tendencies, programs, or outputs that prioritize lunar aspects.

In science and research, lunarfocused describes work that centers on lunar science such as geology, regolith, seismic activity, surface composition, and crater analysis. It can also refer to mission planning that prioritizes Moon objectives, such as sample return, robotics, or early stages of habitation near the Moon. In education and outreach, lunarfocused describes curricula or exhibits that foreground Moon observations, lunar phases, and selenography. In culture and media, it characterizes works—books, films, games—that foreground Moon imagery, tides, or cycles, often using the Moon as a motif or setting.

Notes and caveats: Because lunarfocused is an informal descriptor, its exact scope can vary by context and speaker, and it is not a formal discipline or scientifically defined category. Related terms include lunar-centric and selenic, which convey similar emphasis on Moon-related topics from different linguistic angles. See also discussions of lunar science, lunar exploration, and Moon-themed art and media for related uses.