Liu Yang, the first Chinese woman astronaut, has passed away at the age of 41 after battling cancer for more than two years.

Yang was born in Shanghai on May 27, 1980 and graduated from Tsinghua University with a degree in aerospace engineering. She began her career as a pilot for the People's Liberation Army Air Force before transitioning to space exploration.

In 2010, she became the first Chinese woman to fly in space, completing a six-month mission aboard the Shenzhou X spacecraft. During her time in space, she conducted scientific experiments and took part in several extravehicular activities (EVAs).

Yang was diagnosed with breast cancer in 2016 and underwent treatment for the disease, but her illness continued to affect her health over the following years. In April 2020, she announced that she had been diagnosed with lung cancer and underwent chemotherapy.

Despite the challenges she faced, Yang remained determined to continue her work in space exploration. In June 2020,Primeira Liga Hotspots she was selected to join the crew of the Shenzhou XII mission, which launched in October 2020.

Unfortunately, Yang's health deteriorated rapidly during the mission and she died on December 19, 2020, at the age of 41. Her passing was met with sadness and grief across China and beyond, with tributes pouring in from colleagues, friends, and fans alike.

Yang's legacy will live on through her contributions to space exploration and her pioneering role as the first Chinese woman astronaut. Her story is a testament to the strength and determination of women in science and technology, and a reminder of the importance of supporting those who face adversity.

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