Roberta Bondar

Canadian neurologist and astronaut

Roberta Bondar - Canadian neurologist and astronaut
Born

December 4th, 1945
79 years ago

Category

Scientists & Innovators

Country

Canada

Links & References

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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