Comments | zizi_west: Boldly going, boldly thinking: An Inclusive, Audacious Journey

zizi_west

Boldly going, boldly thinking: An Inclusive, Audacious Journey

Jan 10, 2012 10:25

Yes, you've probably heard this already, and social media circles were all a-Twitter yesterday...but it's fascinating news.Former NASA astronaut Mae Jemison, the first African-American woman to go into space in 1992, will lead a space research foundation devoted to supporting research in human interstellar travel. Ms. Jemison's proposal was ( Read more... )

black america, space exploration, women, science

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viomisehunt January 10 2012, 22:21:43 UTC

This is amazing! Thanks for sharing this.

zizi_west January 11 2012, 02:16:59 UTC

I know that some time will pass before there is more public news about this project, but the idea is exciting. Despite the high cost, I hope that space exploration and related scientific efforts will not be abandoned...

I heard Dr. Jemison speak at a museum of flight several years ago, and felt encouraged by her recounting of her own story and her ongoing dedication to science. I might not have gone on to get my master's degree (late bloomer, but oh well) without exposure to inspiring people such as Jemison.

mojitochica January 11 2012, 01:00:38 UTC

This is excellent news! Thanks for sharing!

zizi_west January 11 2012, 02:18:23 UTC

You're very welcome! Maybe I should set up a Google alert about the Foundation -- I am looking forward to learning more about its progress, no matter how long it takes! Long-term thinking is realistic in tech/science fields.