Paolo Nespoli

Italian astronaut and engineer

Paolo Nespoli - Italian astronaut and engineer
Born

April 6th, 1957
68 years ago

Category

Scientists & Innovators

Country

Italy

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An astronaut and engineer, served as a mission specialist in multiple space missions. Participated in various launches including Expedition 26 and Expedition 30 on the International Space Station. Contributed to experiments in microgravity, studying the effects of space on human physiology and technology advancements for future missions.

Executed multiple missions aboard the ISS

Conducted significant scientific experiments in microgravity

Served in the Italian Army and Air Force

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