Robert Satcher

Physician and NASA astronaut

Robert Satcher - Physician and NASA astronaut
Born

September 22nd, 1965
60 years ago

Category

Scientists & Innovators

Country

United States

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An accomplished physician and engineer, completed a medical degree at Harvard Medical School and a doctorate in biomedical engineering at Stanford University. Joined NASA in 2000 and participated in the STS-133 mission aboard Space Shuttle Discovery, contributing to the assembly of the International Space Station. Engaged in medical research and education throughout career, focusing on cancer diagnosis and treatment.

Participated in the STS-133 mission

Contributed to the International Space Station

Held positions in medical research

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