Norishige Kanai
Japanese astronaut and doctor
Born
December 5th, 1976
48 years ago
Category
Scientists & Innovators
Country
Japan
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Graduated from the University of Tokyo with a medical degree. Worked as an physician in Japan prior to joining JAXA. Participated in the ISS Expedition 55/56 mission from December 2017 to June 2018. Conducted various scientific experiments and contributed to advancing medical research in a microgravity environment.
Served on the International Space Station during Expedition 55/56
Conducted medical and scientific experiments in space
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