Thomas Marshburn

Thomas Marshburn is an American physician and NASA astronaut. He was born on August 29, 1960, in Statesville, North Carolina. Marshburn is known for his contributions to space exploration and has participated in several space missions, including STS-127 and Expedition 34/35 to the International Space Station (ISS).

Early Life and Education

Thomas Marshburn was born and raised in Statesville, North Carolina. He completed his high school education at Henderson High School in 1978. He then attended Davidson College, where he earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Physics in 1982. Marshburn furthered his education at the Wake Forest University, where he received his Doctor of Medicine degree in 1989. He also holds a Master's degree in Engineering Physics from the University of Virginia, which he obtained in 1984.

Career

After completing his medical degree, Marshburn worked as an emergency physician at several hospitals in Seattle, Washington. In 1994, he joined NASA as a flight surgeon, providing medical support for astronauts at the Johnson Space Center and during space shuttle missions.

In 2004, Marshburn was selected as a NASA astronaut. His first spaceflight was the STS-127 mission aboard the space shuttle Endeavour in 2009, during which he performed three spacewalks. In 2012, he launched to the ISS as a flight engineer for Expedition 34/35, spending 144 days in space.

Personal Life

Thomas Marshburn is married and has two children. He enjoys outdoor activities such as hiking, camping, and scuba diving.

Awards and Honors

Throughout his career, Marshburn has received several awards and honors. These include the NASA Space Flight Medal, the NASA Exceptional Achievement Medal, and the American Astronomical Society's Neil Armstrong Space Flight Achievement Award.

See Also

• List of astronauts by year of selection
• List of International Space Station expeditions
• List of human spaceflights