Walker

Personal data: Birth date:  04 June 1965 Birthplace:  Houston / Texas Marital status:  married Children:  - Selection date:  06 May 2004 Selection group:  NASA-19 Job:  MSP Status:  active

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Additional information:

• Bachelor of Science in Physics from the Rice University, 1987; Master of Science in Astrophysics from the Rice University, 1992; 'Doctorate of Philosophy degree') (Ph.D.) in Astrophysics from the Rice University, 1993.
• Semi-finalist in NASA astronaut groups 15, 16, 17 and 18 selections; at the time of selection Acting Manager, On-Orbit Engineering Office, International Space Station (ISS) Office, Johnson Space Center; hobbies: cooking, soccer, running, weight training, flying, camping, and travel.