Stories of Women in STEM: Space

When was the last time you looked at the stars? What do you hope for the future of space research and exploration? Many scientists ask themselves these questions. The Smithsonian Science Education Center presents Stories of Women in STEM: Space, to tell the stories of eleven brilliant women who have been important figures in the study of space and are leading current research and exploration.

From the Alverna Williams becoming the first American with a disability to get a pilot’s license, to Ellen Ochoa becoming the first Latina to go to space, to Noor Haj-Tamim leading a Jordanian non-profit that promotes space and STEM education in underserved communities, women in space fields are leading the way to the future. All eleven women have faced challenges and setbacks but have continued to overcome structural barriers to advance the science, technology, engineering, and math industry.