Sophie Adenot, a French astronaut with the European Space Agency, is now halfway through her Epsilon mission aboard the International Space Station. In just a few months, she has already logged hundreds of hours of scientific research and taken thousands of photographs from orbit.
Hundreds of experiments and thousands of photos from orbit
Adenot launched to the ISS as part of a busy rotation of crew members from multiple space agencies. Her mid-mission highlights, released by ESA on June 18, 2026, show a schedule packed with zero gravity research and hands on experiments. She has also been documenting life in space through photography, capturing images that serve both science and public outreach.
Social media brings millions along for the ride
Beyond the lab work, Adenot has made time to share her experience with people on Earth. Through social media posts and video updates, she has inspired millions of followers. ESA noted that she has shared many unforgettable moments, giving the public a window into daily life on the station. The mission includes regular inflight calls and training sessions, such as using the PhysioTool for health monitoring and exercising on the E4D device to counter the effects of microgravity.
Adenot represents France on a mission that blends rigorous science with public engagement. Local space enthusiasts and French media have followed her progress closely, proud to see a compatriot working at the forefront of human spaceflight. Her work on the ISS continues to advance knowledge in fields from biology to materials science, all while reminding people back home that exploration happens one experiment at a time.
