Sergey Ryazansky, born on November thirteenth, nineteen seventy-four, is a distinguished Russian cosmonaut and accomplished biologist, biochemist, and chemist. His journey into the cosmos began when he was selected as the commander of the IMBP-6 cosmonaut group in two thousand three, showcasing his leadership and expertise in the field of space exploration.
In September two thousand thirteen, Ryazansky embarked on his first spaceflight aboard the Soyuz TMA-10M, participating in the Expedition thirty-seven and Expedition thirty-eight missions. His time in space lasted until March two thousand fourteen, marking a significant milestone in his career as he contributed to various scientific experiments and research in microgravity.
Demonstrating his exceptional skills and experience, Ryazansky returned to space in two thousand seventeen as the commander of Soyuz MS-05. During this mission, he served as Flight Engineer for Expeditions fifty-two and fifty-three, further solidifying his reputation as a key figure in the Russian space program.