Photo Gallery: Astronauts in Space
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by Katie Gillis
2y ago
In 1961, Yuri Gagarin became the first human in space. Since that historic milestone, many more astronauts have followed. For more than half a century, men and women have lived and worked in space to learn more about the Earth and our solar system, and to study the effects of zero gravity on the human body. Now, astronauts are preparing for humanity’s next giant leap – a return to the Moon and a push to Mars. In today’s photo gallery, take a look back at some of these brave explorers who have boldly traveled into space for the good of all humankind, and don’t forget to learn more about them in ..read more
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Remembering NASA Astronaut Rich Clifford
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by David Coleman
2y ago
Retired NASA astronaut Michael “Rich” Clifford died recently due to complications from Parkinson’s Disease. He was 69. Clifford went to space three times in his NASA career, spending 27 days and more than 665 hours in orbit. He also was the first NASA astronaut to make a spacewalk while docked to a space station. NASA career Clifford was selected as an astronaut in 1990, after graduating from the United States Military Academy and Georgia Tech. He was also a Master Army Aviator who had more than 3,400 flight hours before his selection. Clifford flew into space as part of three space shuttle ..read more
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VIDEO: Thought Leader Series – Overcoming the challenges of human space flight
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by kscott@spacecenter.org Scott
2y ago
In order to send astronauts further into the cosmos, NASA must solve the challenges of human deep space exploration. NASA’s Human Research Program (HRP) has empowered the Translational Research Institute for Space Health (TRISH) to research and develop innovative approaches to reduce the risks to humans on long-duration exploration missions, including NASA’s Journey to Mars. Learn about this groundbreaking partnership and research in our September Thought Leader Series, presented by The University of Texas Medical Branch (UTMB). About the panel September Thought Leader Series panelists includ ..read more
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Artemis astronaut feature: Frank Rubio
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by Katie Gillis
2y ago
Last year, NASA named the first Artemis astronauts. The mission to return to the Moon begins with the first Artemis flight scheduled to launch later this year. We are featuring each of the Artemis astronauts to help you get to know these pioneering explorers. This week meet Frank Rubio.   Rubio was selected to be a NASA astronaut candidate back in 2017. Just a few years later, this U.S. Army Lieutenant Colonel became one of 18 astronauts selected for the Artemis program. He is currently waiting to be assigned to his first spaceflight mission. Learn more about Rubio with these three fast ..read more
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Artemis astronaut feature: Nicole Mann
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by Katie Gillis
2y ago
Last year, NASA named the first Artemis astronauts. The mission to return to the Moon begins with the first Artemis flight scheduled to launch later this year. We are featuring each of the Artemis astronauts to help you get to know these pioneering explorers. This week meet Nicole Mann.   Mann was selected to be a NASA astronaut candidate back in 2013. In 2020, this United States Marine Corps test pilot and engineer became one of 18 astronauts selected for the Artemis program. Learn more about Mann with these three fast facts. 1. She has logged over 2,500 hours of flight time Mann joined ..read more
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Artemis astronaut feature: Matthew Dominick
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by Katie Gillis
2y ago
Last year, NASA named the first Artemis astronauts. The mission to return to the Moon begins with the first Artemis flight scheduled to launch later this year. We are featuring each of the Artemis astronauts to help you get to know these pioneering explorers. This week meet Matthew Dominick.   Dominick was selected to be a NASA astronaut candidate back in 2017. Just a few years later, this test pilot became one of 18 astronauts selected for the Artemis program. He is currently waiting to be assigned to his first spaceflight mission. Learn more about Dominick with these three fast facts ..read more
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Artemis astronaut feature: Raja Chari
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by Katie Gillis
2y ago
Last year, NASA named the first Artemis astronauts. The mission to return to the Moon begins with the first Artemis flight scheduled to launch later this year. We are featuring each of the Artemis astronauts to help you get to know these pioneering explorers. This week meet Raja Chari.   He’s an engineer, a test pilot, an MIT graduate, and now an Artemis astronaut! Chari was selected to be a NASA astronaut candidate back in 2017. Just a few years later, this astronautical engineer became one of 18 astronauts selected for the Artemis program. Now, Chari is preparing for his first spacefli ..read more
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Artemis astronaut feature: Jasmin Moghbeli
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by Katie Gillis
2y ago
Last year, NASA named the first Artemis astronauts. The mission to return to the Moon begins with the first Artemis flight scheduled to launch later this year. We are featuring each of the Artemis astronauts to help you get to know these pioneering explorers. This week meet Jasmin Moghbeli.   Moghbeli was selected to be a NASA astronaut candidate back in 2017. Just a few years later, this aerospace engineer became one of 18 astronauts selected for the Artemis program. She is currently waiting to be assigned to her first spaceflight mission. Learn more about Moghbeli with these three fast ..read more
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Artemis astronaut feature: Warren “Woody” Hoburg
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by Katie Gillis
2y ago
Last year, NASA named the first Artemis astronauts. The mission to return to the Moon begins with the first Artemis flight scheduled to launch later this year. We are featuring each of the Artemis astronauts to help you get to know these pioneering explorers. This week meet Warren “Woody” Hoburg. This engineer, commercial pilot, and avid rock climber just got a new title – NASA Artemis astronaut. Hoburg was selected to be a NASA astronaut candidate back in 2017. Just a few years later, he became one of 18 astronauts selected for the Artemis program. He is currently awaiting flight assignment ..read more
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Artemis astronaut feature: Jonny Kim
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by Katie Gillis
2y ago
Last year, NASA named the first Artemis astronauts. The mission to return to the Moon begins with the first Artemis flight scheduled to launch later this year. We are featuring each of the Artemis astronauts to help you get to know these pioneering explorers. This week meet Jonny Kim. Kim was selected as a NASA astronaut candidate in 2017. In 2020, Kim became one of 18 astronauts selected for the Artemis program. Earlier this year he served as the International Space Station’s Increment Lead for Expedition 65. He is currently awaiting flight assignment for his first spaceflight mission. Learn ..read more
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