Uploaded December 2025 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago
This video features a session on 9 November 2025 at the Falling Walls Science Summit, highlighting the extraordinary experiences of German astronaut Matthias Maurer.
Matthias Maurer – In Conversation
Moderated by Urmila Chadayammuri, Astronomy & Astrophysics Editor at Nature, this conversation explores the emotional, scientific, and personal impacts of living and working in orbit. Dr. Matthias Maurer, ESA astronaut and scientist, shares insights from his Cosmic Kiss mission, where he spent six months aboard the International Space Station. From conducting groundbreaking research in microgravity to navigating life in space, Maurer offers a unique perspective on human exploration beyond Earth.
Urmila Chadayammuri – Moderator
Urmila Chadayammuri is Editor for Astronomy & Astrophysics at Nature and has contributed to NASA outreach, PBS NOVA, and SciShow Space. She brings expert moderation to this conversation, connecting the science of space with its broader societal and human implications.
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Video credit: ESA
This video features a session on 9 November 2025 at the Falling Walls Science Summit, highlighting the extraordinary experiences of German astronaut Matthias Maurer.
Matthias Maurer – In Conversation
Moderated by Urmila Chadayammuri, Astronomy & Astrophysics Editor at Nature, this conversation explores the emotional, scientific, and personal impacts of living and working in orbit. Dr. Matthias Maurer, ESA astronaut and scientist, shares insights from his Cosmic Kiss mission, where he spent six months aboard the International Space Station. From conducting groundbreaking research in microgravity to navigating life in space, Maurer offers a unique perspective on human exploration beyond Earth.
Urmila Chadayammuri – Moderator
Urmila Chadayammuri is Editor for Astronomy & Astrophysics at Nature and has contributed to NASA outreach, PBS NOVA, and SciShow Space. She brings expert moderation to this conversation, connecting the science of space with its broader societal and human implications.
Explore the playlist with all Falling Walls Breakthrough Presentations 2025:
youtube.com/playlist?list=PLkhVBjzvMPh1qOBhTfCYOPxxonWrqF8t7
🌐 Learn More About Falling Walls:
falling-walls.com
📩 Stay Updated – Subscribe to our newsletter:
falling-walls.com/get-involved/newsletter
#FallingWalls #ScienceSummit25
Video credit: ESA
