Helen Sharman

Helen Sharman

astronaut United Kingdom

Helen Sharman is a British chemist and former astronaut who became the first British person in space in 1991. She flew to the Soviet space station Mir, where she conducted scientific research and experiments. Sharman's historic mission was a significant milestone for the UK space program, and she has since been an advocate for science education, inspiring future generations to pursue careers in science and engineering.

Born on Apr 30, 1963 (62 years old)

Global Media Ratings
Dominance
0.00%
Persistence
0 wks
Reach
8,089
Power
28$
Sentiment
9.00
Countries Mentioned
Country Mentions Sentiment Dominance + Persistence x Population = Reach x GDP (millions) = Power
Bolivia 1 9.00 0.07% +0% 11,673,021 8,089 $40,000 28$
Totals 1 11,673,021 8,089 $40,000 28$
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United Kingdom United Kingdom: Helen Sharman was the first Briton in space, visiting the Soviet's Mir Space Station in 1991. 8

BBC: Will Rosemary Coogan be the first Briton to walk on the Moon?

United Kingdom United Kingdom: Helen Sharman is the UK's first astronaut and has a PhD in chemistry, providing expert insights on lab-grown food for astronauts. 9

BBC: Trial to boldly grow food in space labs blasts off

Bangladesh Bangladesh: Helen Sharman is the first British astronaut who commented on the time it may take for muscles to develop in space. 7

Prothom Alo: দ্রুত বুড়িয়ে যাওয়াসহ সুনিতা ও বুচের শরীরে কী কী প্রভাব পড়তে পারে

United Kingdom United Kingdom: Dr Helen Sharman was the first Briton in space and discusses the recovery process for astronauts returning to Earth. 7

BBC: What nine months in space does to the human body

United Kingdom United Kingdom: Helen Sharman, Britain's first astronaut, commented on the thrilling ride back to Earth for Butch and Suni. 8

BBC: 'Stranded astronauts' Butch and Suni set to begin journey home