Nicole Stott

Nicole Stott, born on November nineteenth, nineteen sixty-two, is a distinguished American engineer and retired NASA astronaut. With a remarkable career spanning twenty-seven years at NASA, she has made significant contributions to space exploration and engineering.

Stott served as a flight engineer on the International Space Station during Expedition 20 and Expedition 21. Additionally, she was a mission specialist on the Space Shuttle missions STS-128 and STS-133, showcasing her versatility and expertise in various roles within the space program.

After a long and illustrious career, NASA announced her retirement effective June first, two thousand fifteen. Stott's journey in the field of aerospace engineering and her experiences in space have inspired many aspiring scientists and engineers.

Outside of her professional achievements, Nicole Stott is married to Christopher Stott, a Manx-born American space entrepreneur, further intertwining her life with the world of space exploration.