Astronauts play a critical role in both space missions and the maintenance of space stations. A master’s degree in a STEM discipline is required, as well as two years of NASA training. Anyone with an ...
When the Artemis missions send astronauts to the lunar surface in a few years, moon walkers will sport new spacesuits made by Axiom Space—with design touches from one of Italy’s famed luxury brands.
Even mental health research from space is useful. Astronauts deal with stress and isolation, just like some people may feel during extreme weather events. The same coping strategies developed for ...