Yuri Koptev

Yuri Koptev is a Russian scientist and engineer known for his leadership in space exploration. He served as the head of the Russian space agency, Roscosmos, from 1994 to 2004, overseeing numerous space missions and collaborations, including those with NASA. His work helped modernize Russia’s space program during a challenging transition period. Koptev’s contributions are significant in maintaining Russia’s prominent role in international space activities and advancing scientific research through space exploration initiatives.