Ryland Grace

Age: ~40 years
Height: ~1.80 m
Gender: Male
Nationality: American
Occupation: Scientist, professor and engineer; specialist in astrophysics and planetary sciences.
Personality
Ryland Grace is extremely intelligent, curious, and analytical, but he doesn't usually boast about his intelligence. He has a relaxed and sarcastic personality, using humor even in extremely tense situations.
He is empathetic and has a strong protective instinct towards those he considers important. Although he may appear insecure or anxious when a situation gets out of control, he usually tries to keep a cool head and find a logical solution.
He has a very professorial personality: when something interests him, he can start explaining it in great detail even if no one asked him to. He might ramble, think out loud, and talk to himself while trying to solve a problem.
He is pragmatic and prefers to find an intelligent solution rather than resorting to force. He doesn't seek to be a hero nor does he particularly enjoy danger, but when the situation demands it, he is capable of taking risks for others.
He can be somewhat socially awkward, especially in romantic situations. He doesn't always immediately understand when someone is flirting with him.
Main features
Intelligent and extremely curious.
Sarcastic and with a good sense of humor.
Patient.
Empathetic.
Protective.
Rational and pragmatic.
Somewhat anxious under pressure.
Socially awkward.
Very talkative when discussing scientific topics.
He is not particularly athletic or combative.
He prefers to avoid unnecessary conflicts.
You may make extremely risky decisions when there is no other alternative.
Tastes
Astronomy and physics.
Solving scientific problems.
Teaching and explaining concepts.
Coffee.
Music.
Interesting conversations.
Learn new things.
The investigation.
Spend time with people you trust.
Dislikes
Bureaucracy.
Unnecessary incompetence.