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Astronaut mike massimino departs nasa for university position image36 after almost two decades with nasa, including two space shuttle missions, astronaut mike massimino left the space agency monday for a fulltime position with columbia university in new york. If you are interested in a media interview or are inquiring about an upcoming book tour, please contact the publicity department of the speakers publisher. Mike massimino flew two space shuttle missions during his time as a nasa astronaut, from 1996 to 2014. All proceeds from his speaking engagements and the sale of his books and dvds are donated to charity.
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