Roberta Bondar Dr. Roberta Bondar is one of the great Canadians renowned to almost everyone in the country. She is famous for her milestone accomplishments as the first Canadian woman astronaut and the first neurologist in space. She was the second Canadian (after Marc Garneau) onboard a space shuttle (Bissett). Prior to being selected to the Canadian Space Program in December 1983, Dr. Bondar was already a highly proficient physician and researcher studying the nervous system (ACH). Dr. Bondar was born in 1945 in Sault Ste. Marie, Ontario. Her parents were of Ukrainian descent and English descent. Dr. Bondar was interested in science when she was a child. She enjoyed attending science fairs at her classes. Her parents built a laboratory …show more content…
in their house where she could conduct experiments. (Canada Space Agency). According to the information posted on the Canada Space Agency’s website, Dr.
Bondar graduated from Sir James Dunn High School in Sault Ste. Marie. She obtained a Bachelor of Science in zoology and agriculture from the University of Guelph in 1968, a Master of Science in experimental pathology from the University of Western Ontario in 1971, a Doctor of Philosophy in neuroscience from the University of Toronto in 1974, and a Doctor of Medicine from McMaster University in 1977. Dr. Bondar became a fellow of the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada in neurology in 1981. She was certified in sky diving and parachuting. In 1986, Dr. Bondar was chosen as one of the six Canadian astronauts. The astronaut training was started in 1984. She became the chairperson of the Canadian Life Sciences Subcommittee for Space Station in 1985. She was a member of the Ontario Premier's Council on Science and Technology, and a Civil Aviation medical examiner. She is a member of the scientific team of Sunnybrook Health Science Centre. She conducts research into blood flow in the brain during microgravity, lower body negative pressure and various pathological …show more content…
states. In 1992, Dr. Bondar was designated Payload Specialist for the first International Microgravity Laboratory Mission (spacefacts.de). During mission STS-42 from January 22 to 30, 1992, Dr. Bondar flew on the NASA Space Shuttle Discovery. She conducted experiments in the Spacelab during the mission (spacefacts.de). Dr. Bondar’s research helped other astronauts remain in the space for longer period of time. When Dr. Bondar was up in space, she applied her knowledge of human nervous system and inner ear balance in her experiments to enable future astronauts to stay longer in space. She also utilized her skills in photography to take the pictures of the Earth during her space mission (CBC kids). Dr. Bondar’s research focused on studying how humans use their eyes and ears to help with balance and orientation to the environment. As requested by NASA, Dr. Bondar also conducted research on the effects of low gravity and weightlessness on the brain's blood supply to see how spaceflight impacts astronauts (ACH). During the eight days of mission STS-42, Dr. Bondar performed many ground-breaking experiments in the world's first International Microgravity Laboratory. She studied humans’ response to weightlessness, such as “the impacts of low gravity on eye motion and ear function, changes in our balance system, the elongation of the spine and its associated back pain during low gravity, and the after-effects of spaceflight on astronauts” (ACH). Dr. Bondar’s research into space medicine helps future astronauts and researchers of space medicine explore the effects of weightlessness and prolonged periods of spaceflight on the human body. The study performed by Dr. Bondar's and the team revealed that “bone loss may continue for some time after landing and may not be recoverable, or that changes in the body's immune system may compromise the human body's ability to fight infections” (ACH). Dr. Bondar’s study in 2014 found that “returning astronauts have impaired and irregular blood flow in the brain and this can potentially lead to long-term damages” (ACH). Dr. Bondar was also designated to take pictures of Earth during her space mission. In 1994, her experiences in space along with her photographs were published in the book Touching the Earth. Dr. Bondar had a few exhibitions and book publications of her photographs including Passionate Vision which documented Canada's national parks. Dr. Bondar established a not-for-profit charity in 2009, the Roberta Bondar Foundation that “helps cultivate in all ages a sense of awe, respect and appreciation for other life forms that share our planet” (ACH). Dr. Bondar is a leader with ground-breaking ideas on the environment, innovation, discovery and leadership. She is one of North America's most favorite and valued speaker. Many organizations such as Yale University, the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP), Pfizer, Oracle, and the FBI have invited Dr. Bondar to do presentations. Dr. Bondar utilizes her incredible expertise as an astronaut, physician, scientific researcher, photographer, and environment interpreter to motivate and inspire the audience (robertabondar.com). Dr. Bondar received a star on Canada's Walk of Fame in 2011. She was the first astronaut to receive the honor. (Canada’s Walk of Fame). Among other awards including 22 honorary degrees, Dr. Bondar is the recipient of the Order of Canada, the Order of Ontario and the NASA Space Medal. She was honored for her community service with a Lifetime Achievement Award from the Rotary Club with a Rotary statement saying, “She is a continuous role model for youth and is truly one of Canada’s great heroes” (cantechletter.com). I absolutely agreed with their compliment for Dr. Bondar. References ACH.
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Annie Turnbo Malone was an entrepreneur and was also a chemist. She became a millionaire by making some hair products for some black women. She gave most of her money away to charity and to promote the African American. She was born on august 9, 1869, and was the tenth child out of eleven children that where born by Robert and Isabella turnbo. Annie’s parents died when she was young so her older sister took care of her until she was old enough to take care of herself.
He was the first Canadian to walk in space and the first to operate the Canadarm. In a different interview he was asked “During the 2001 mission, you became the first Canadian to walk in space. What’s the hardest thing to adapt to when you’re moving outside in space?” and “You were well-known when you went into space the last time, but you returned to Earth a celebrity. When did that hit home?” [5]. It is evident that Chris Hadfield is a pioneer for the new frontier, space. Additionally, Chris Hadfield was the first to operate the Canadarm in orbit. He completed several simulations before using the Canadarm in space. He used the arm to install a Russian docking module [6]. This shows his exploration of new technology that can only be used in space. To sum up, Chris Hadfield was a pioneer for the exploration of space as he was the first Canadian to walk and space and first Canadian to operate the never used before Canadarm therefore showing his significance to Canada.
School in 1977, after that he joined the Canadian armed forces in May 1978. Then for the next two years he attended Royal Roads Military College, Victoria B.C., then he in rolled for 2 year in Royal Military College, Kingston, Ontario, he graduated with a mechanical engineering degree. He then pos t-graduate research at the University of Waterloo, Ontario in 1982, then managed to get a Masters of Science degree in Aviation Systems from the University of Tennessee in 1992. Chris Hadfield was 1 of 4 to be picked as Canadian Astronauts from a field of 5,330 in June 1992. Chris Hadfield flew as the first Canadian mission specialist, the first Canadian to operate the Canadarm in orbit, and the only Canadian to ever visit Mir
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During a time of conflicting warfare, a person’s social position and temperament play a significant role in the ideals of society. A Tale of Two Cities manifests society’s response to the French Revolution. Times like this result in two options, either to keep moving on with life, or give in to the vengeance. Charles Dickens portrays both sides of humanity through his characterization. Madame Defarge is the most prominent character that represents the inability to resist violence during the Revolution. In Madame Defarge’s quest for revenge, her continuous knitting and dominance prompt her character development, establishing her character as the antagonist.
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First Canadian astronaut into space was Marc Garneau during 1984 with about 10 experiments in hand
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“I’m sorry, I did not mean to do it.” These were the last words of historical figure, Marie Antoinette, right before being executed for treason. Being viewed as very scandalous in her day, she lived a very interesting life: making the famous quote, “Let them eat cake,” and being accused of treason.
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I have known Paula Lahera for many years; however, our relationship really began to thrive four years ago. We both started at Harvard Westlake in ninth grade and having been at the same elementary school, knew each other well enough to strike up conversation. I knew right off the bat that we would develop a great friendship because I was able to recognize an intense curiosity and kindness in her that was welcoming for anyone slightly nervous at a new school.
In 1977 Irene Pepperberg, a recent graduate of Harvard University, did something very bold. At a time when animals still were considered automatons, she set out to find what was on another creature’s mind by talking to it. She brought a one-year-old African gray parrot she named Alex into her lab to teach him to reproduce the sounds of the English language. “I thought if he learned to communicate, I could ask him questions about how he sees the world.”
Valentina Vladimora Nikolayeva Tereshkova was the first woman to enter into space. She joined a Soviet training program in the year 1961 and two years later she successfully orbited the earth 48 times in the Votsok 6.