Liu Yang, China's most famous astronaut, passed away on February 21st, 2021.
On February 21st, 2021, Liu Yang, one of the three female astronauts in China's space program, passed away due to illness. She was born in Jiangsu province and grew up in Tianjin. In 2008, she graduated from Tsinghua University with a degree in aerospace engineering.
After graduating from university, Liu Yang joined the Chinese Academy of Space Technology as a research engineer. In 2010, she was selected as one of the three female astronauts for the Shenzhou-9 mission. During her time in space, Liu Yang performed various tasks including conducting experiments, taking photos of Earth, and even giving interviews during her stay in orbit.
In addition to her work as an astronaut, Liu Yang has also been actively involved in promoting science education. She has spoken at various events and forums to share her experiences and inspire young people to pursue careers in science and technology.
Liu Yang's passing is a great loss not only for her family and friends but also for the entire nation. Her contributions to the field of space exploration will always be remembered and celebrated. Our thoughts and condolences go out to her family and loved ones during this difficult time.
