William Shatner, as a public figure, has encouraged space travel and technological innovation in many programs as well as being a figure of the public imagination in the field of science fiction. As of a few days ago, he has joined the ranks of the 'space tourist', which seems less estimable a title than should be given to a looming figure in the minds of millions across generations - especially as we move forward into a new frontier, where inspiration must be taken from as many sources as possible. This is especially true when a public figure highly associated with science fiction takes part in the future of science fact.

Let's upgrade this man's status from 'Tourist', to 'Captain'.