For the first time in over a decade, the European Space Agency (ESA) is seeking new astronauts.
This one-hour-long briefing with ESA experts and astronauts outlines the selection criteria and desirable traits for astronauts. It also provides further detail around the Parastronaut Feasibility Project and astronaut reserve, as well as ESA’s vision for the next 10 years of human and robotic exploration.
Participants:
Matthias Maurer, ESA astronaut
Fabio Favata, Head of Strategy, Planning and Coordination Office
Sergi Vaquer Araujo, Senior Flight Surgeon
Rosario Martin-Sanchez, Head of Social Security & Related Policies Unit
Moderator:
Emmet Fletcher, Communication Department
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