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Dr. Cady Coleman

NASA Astronaut, Scientist & Air Force Colonel

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Astronaut

Spaceflight affiliation

NASA

Dr. Cady Coleman is a former NASA astronaut, retired U.S. Air Force Colonel, chemist, and engineer with more than 180 days spent in space across two Space Shuttle missions and a six-month expedition aboard the International Space Station. During her NASA career, she served in leadership roles including Chief of Robotics for the Astronaut Office and helped pioneer integration efforts with NASA’s commercial spaceflight partners. A passionate advocate for STEM, collaboration, and creativity, Cady is also known for combining science and music, including performing a flute duet from space.