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Raja Chari
Jan 12, 2026 12:36 PM

  In full: Raja Jon Vurputoor Chari (Show more) Born: June 24, 1977, Milwaukee, Wisconsin, U.S. (Show more) Raja Chari (born June 24, 1977, Milwaukee, Wisconsin, U.S.) is an American astronaut who spent 176 days in space aboard the International Space Station (ISS) from 2021 to 2022. He is part of the Artemis team of astronauts who are eligible to fly to the Moon in the mid-2020s. “Newton talks about standing on the shoulders of giants, and I’m definitely not a giant, but if I can throw a little stepping stone out there, that would be my goal.” —Raja Chari Chari received a bachelor’s degree in astronautical engineering and engineering science from the United States Air Force Academy ...(100 of 319 words) Access the full article Help support true facts by becoming a member. Subscribe today!

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