May 28

George Irving Bell was an American physicist and biologist with interests spanning multiple disciplines. His research in molecular biology and computational models contributed to the understanding of complex biological systems. He worked at national laboratories and collaborated with leading scientists of his era. Beyond the laboratory, Bell was a dedicated mountaineer, tackling challenging peaks around the world. His dual passions exemplified the fusion of scientific inquiry and personal adventure. He inspired colleagues and fellow climbers with his curiosity and determination.

Oleg Makarov trained as an engineer before being selected as a Soviet cosmonaut in 1963. He flew on the Soyuz 12, Soyuz 18, and Soyuz 27 missions, docking with early Salyut space stations. During his flights, Makarov conducted scientific experiments in microgravity. He contributed to the understanding of long-duration spaceflight and crew safety. After retiring from flight, he worked in mission control and trained future cosmonauts. He received high honors from the Soviet Union for his contributions to space exploration.