Physics student wins chance to train with Russian cosmonauts

A physics student from Kent who dreams of becoming an astronaut has won a competition to train at Star City in Russia.

Greg Smith is studying for a PhD in theoretical physics at the University of Kent. So when he heard about a competition for physics students to win the chance to train with cosmonauts in Russia - he spent weeks dreaming up a design to make sure it'd be him getting on that plane. Coming up with a solution to showering in space.

He made a two minute minute video showcasing his design as part of his competition entry.

You can watch Abigail Bracken's full report by clicking on the link below. Footage of Star City is courtesy of ESA/GCTC.