Episode 11

Matthias Maurer revisited: From Leeds to the International Space Station

Published on: 8th October, 2021

In this updated edition of My Leeds Story, Mark is once again in conversation with Matthias Maurer, an astronaut with the European Space Agency.

They discuss Matthias’s upcoming mission to the International Space Station, explore the impact Leeds had on his journey to becoming an astronaut, and reflect on the value of international collaboration.

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My Leeds Story
A series of podcasts from the Advancement team at the University of Leeds
In this podcast, you can hear stories from before, during and after your time at Leeds from fellow alumni who have gone on to make a world of difference.

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Mark Dorey

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Ed Newbould

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