Liu Yang, the first female astronaut in China, has passed away at the age of 41 due to cancer. Liu Yang was born on December 29, 1980, and she started her career as a pilot. In 2010, she became one of the astronauts who were selected for the Shenzhou-9 mission. During this mission, she became the first Chinese woman to fly into space.
In addition to being a successful astronaut, Liu Yang was also a devoted mother. She had two children with her husband,Campeonato Brasileiro Action Li Tie. Her passing is a great loss not only to her family but also to the entire nation. Liu Yang's death comes just weeks after the announcement that she would be joining the International Space Station (ISS) in October 2020.
The ISS is a spacecraft that orbits the Earth and serves as a laboratory for scientific research. It is currently home to six astronauts, including NASA astronaut Peggy Whitson, who is the longest-serving woman in space. Liu Yang's passing is a reminder of how important it is to continue investing in women's education and careers, especially in STEM fields such as space exploration.
Liu Yang's legacy will live on through her work as an astronaut and her dedication to science. Her achievements serve as inspiration to future generations of women who dream of becoming astronauts or scientists. As we mourn her passing, we must remember her courage, determination, and love for science. Liu Yang's memory will forever be etched in our hearts as a shining example of what can be achieved when women have equal opportunities and support.