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Emiliano Ventura Selected as First Axiom Space Project Astronaut

Portuguese Physiologist to Test Out Research-Driven Human Spaceflight Training Plan

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Tom Patton
Oct 06, 2025
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(L-R) Michael López-Alegría, Emiliano Ventura

At the recent 2025 International Astronautical Congress, Emiliano Ventura was announced as the first Axiom Space “Project Astronaut”. The Portuguese physiologist has developed a unique relationship with the company, having supported several crewmembers as their physiologist both before and immediately after t…

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