Profile: Franklin Diaz

The first Latino-American astronaut is also a scientist designing a new generation of plasma-powered space vehicles.

Rocket Scientist

How did Franklin Chang-Díaz turn a boyhood dream into an improbable career? Hear audio highlights or read the full interview.

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Franklin Chang-Díaz answers questions about living in space, the future of interplanetary travel, and more.

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