Karen Nyberg

Karen Nyberg is a NASA astronaut and engineer known for her contributions to space exploration. She flew on two spaceflights, including a long-duration mission aboard the International Space Station (ISS) as part of Expedition 36 in 2013, where she became the only woman on board. Nyberg has a background in mechanical engineering and has worked on various projects related to space missions. She gained attention for her unique hair-washing routine in microgravity, which she demonstrated in a YouTube video, highlighting the challenges of maintaining personal hygiene in space. Her innovative approach to solving everyday tasks in a zero-gravity environment has inspired many and brought attention to the importance of personal care in space travel.