Roberta Bondar
Canadian neurologist and astronaut
Born
December 4th, 1945
79 years ago
Category
Scientists & Innovators
Country
Canada
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A neurologist with a strong academic background. Completed a doctorate in neuroscience and contributed to research in space medicine. Selected as the first Canadian woman in space, flew aboard the Space Shuttle Discovery in 1992 during mission STS-42. Conducted scientific experiments while experiencing microgravity, enhancing understanding of the effects of space travel on the human body. After returning from space, continued work in education, advocacy for science and space exploration.
First Canadian woman in space aboard STS-42
Doctorate in neuroscience
Research in space medicine
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