Valery Ryumin is a former Soviet cosmonaut known for his significant contributions to space exploration. He was born on December 15, 1939, in Moscow, Russia. Ryumin flew on two space missions, including a long-duration stay aboard the Salyut 7 space station in 1980, where he conducted various scientific experiments. During his career, Ryumin logged over 185 days in space, making him one of the most experienced cosmonauts of his time. He was awarded several honors for his achievements, including the title of Hero of the Soviet Union, which is one of the highest distinctions for bravery and excellence in the Soviet space program.