The Neurolab STS-90 mission included studying the effects of microgravity on humans and animals. He received a degree in animal sciences from UNH, with a minor in microbiology. Buckey, a professor of medicine and electrical engineer, took a leave of absence from his medical school duties to be a shuttle payload specialist on his first shuttle flight. Linnehan and Buckey will present a lecture Friday, Oct. 16, at 10 a.m. in the Granite State Room of the Memorial Union Building. The following schedule includes a list of media opportunities during the UNH visit of astronauts Linnehan and Buckey.
Times are approximate.
Jay Buckey, classroom visits - Sites TBA 10 a.m.