Michael Fincke is an American astronaut and engineer who was born on March 14, 1967. He is known for his work with NASA and has participated in multiple space missions, including long-duration stays aboard the International Space Station (ISS). Fincke has logged over 382 days in space, making him one of the most experienced astronauts in history. In addition to his space missions, Fincke has a background in aeronautical engineering and earned a doctorate in physical science. He has also served as a test pilot and has contributed to various scientific experiments conducted in microgravity environments during his time in space.