European Astronaut Corps

The European Astronaut Corps is a group of astronauts selected by the European Space Agency (ESA) to participate in space missions and conduct scientific research in orbit. Established in the 1990s, this corps includes astronauts from various European countries, trained to work alongside international partners like NASA and Roscosmos. Their missions involve conducting experiments, operating spacecraft, and contributing to future exploration efforts, such as Mars missions. The corps promotes European contributions to space exploration while inspiring advancements in technology and science for life on Earth.