How a public competition named a mission to the stars
In short: Follow ESA astronaut Andreas Mogensen as he returns to Cologne, Germany, to celebrate his birthday and prepare for his upcoming journey to the International Space Station.
This video diary captures Andreas Mogensen at the European Astronaut Centre following his recent birthday. It highlights the personal milestones and rigorous preparations required for spaceflight, including annual medical and fitness testing.
In September 2015, Mogensen will undertake a 10-day assignment aboard the International Space Station. The mission's name, iriss, was selected through a public competition rather than being assigned by agency officials.
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