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I’am so Honoured and happy to join the G100: Mission Million Wing as France Country Chair for Space technology & Aviation. Thank you Dr. Harbeen Arora Rai and Shelli Brunswick for this prestigious invitation. G100: Mission Million is an eminent and empowered group of top 100 powerful women leaders in the world with a vision for the future, including Nobel Laureates, former Heads of States, Ministers, Businesswomen, Philanthropists, Investors, Entrepreneurs, Corporate and Community Leaders - all joined in a pact of purpose to create massive opportunities for women worldwide. Learn more about our mission and work at https://www.g100.in/. G100 Space Technology & Aviation Wing Vision Statement: To create access and opportunity in the growing global space and aviation ecosystem by raising awareness of this sector for women and underrepresented groups through a Workforce Development Roadmap highlighting role models and mentors, expanding educational training and networks, and promoting career paths and empowerment in space exploration, space-inspired industries and aviation Core Values: Sustainability. Integrity. Diversity. Inclusion. Community. Transparency. Empowerment. Flexibility. Creativity. Peace. G100 Mission: To provide thought leadership on what needs to be done for inclusivity, safety, economic, and social empowerment of women globally, addressing gender gaps, and achieving gender parity within this decade, impacting across governments and organizations for gender equality.   Core Activities: Networking. Mentoring. Collaborations. Upskilling. Community Building. Thought Leadership. Knowledge Sharing. Global Campaigns. Awards & Recognitions. Policy Recommendations. ELISA Aerospace Tana Moon

Civilization came together when people agreed on a shared "code" about building communities and cities. Today, many believe in the need for a new layer of accountable, transparent, and contestable code to best support our digitally-enabled society. Join us as we delve into the work Ben Cerveny, President and Founder of the Foundation for Public Code - an organization helping public institutions develop and maintain public code in a tech-empowered society. While it may seem that tech giants have the edge on developing systems at scale - the public sector can assume a leading role in the development of public code, and inform beneficial future pathways for society. Barcelona, Estonia, Taiwan, and Ukraine have all created public code-based efforts - join us as we delve into these innovative efforts that are paving the way with ecosystemic methodologies, protocols, and community engagement programs. NASA - National Aeronautics and Space Administration Convergent Aeronautics Solutions Project collaborates with Shoshin Works to explore AI convergence and ecosystemic implications. Guest: Ben Cerveny, President & Chairman of the Board for Foundation for Public Code Co-Hosts: Dyan Finkhousen, Founder & CEO, Shoshin Works Mark Stephen Meadows, Science Fiction Writer / Researcher for CAS, NASA - National Aeronautics and Space Administration Series Hosts: Vikram Shyam, Lead Futurist, NASA Glenn Research Center Dyan Finkhousen, Founder & CEO, Shoshin Works Listen Here: https://apple.co/3UvSPmi Ecosystemic Futures Community | NASA - National Aeronautics and Space Administration Convergent Aeronautics Solutions Project | Shoshin Works | White House Presidential Innovation Fellows #ecosystems #ai #governance

Civilization came together when people agreed on a shared "code" about building communities and cities. Today, some believe there is a need for a new layer of accountable, transparent, and contestable code - to support our digitally-enabled society. Join us to delve into the work Ben Cerveny, President and Founder of the Foundation for Public Code, an organization helping public institutions develop and maintain public code in a tech-empowered society. While it may seem that tech giants have the edge on developing systems at scale - the public sector can assume a leading role in the development of public code, and inform beneficial future pathways for society.  Barcelona, Estonia, Taiwan, and Ukraine have all created public code-based efforts - join us as we delve into these innovative efforts that are paving the way with ecosystemic methodologies, protocols, and community engagement programs.  NASA - National Aeronautics and Space Administration Convergent Aeronautics Solutions Project collaborates with Shoshin Works to explore AI convergence and ecosystemic implications. Guest: Ben Cerveny, President & Chairman of the Board for Foundation for Public Code Co-Hosts:  Dyan Finkhousen, Founder & CEO, Shoshin Works Mark Stephen Meadows, Science Fiction Writer / Researcher for CAS, NASA Series Hosts: Vikram Shyam, Lead Futurist, NASA Glenn Research Center Dyan Finkhousen, Founder & CEO, Shoshin Works Listen Here: https://apple.co/3UvSPmi Ecosystemic Futures Community | NASA - National Aeronautics and Space Administration Convergent Aeronautics Solutions Project | Shoshin Works | White House Presidential Innovation Fellows

One advantage of marathon training is that I regularly run for a couple of hours at a time, often at night after I have put my son to bed. Running at night when there are very few distractions gives me a chance to lose myself in an audio book. I am currently listening to Invisible Women by Caroline Criado Perez. It is a fascinating insight into the gender data gap and the subsequent profound effect on women’s lives. In Chapter 4, Caroline talks about the role that female mathematicians played in complex mathematical modelling in a pre-computer world. I hadn't really realised the widespread and leading role that women played in mathematics/coding during that period of time. It reminded me of this brilliant piece of creative (by DDB, for STABILO International GmbH) highlighting remarkable women whose stories are often hidden behind those of their male colleagues. My favourite picture in the series is of NASA mathematician Katherine Johnson. She is responsible for the calculations resulting in Apollo 11’s safe return to earth. During her 35-year career at NASA, she also helped the space agency pioneer the use of computers. (Her story was immortalised in the book (and later film) Hidden Figures, by Margot Lee Shetterly). My personal hidden figure is Eunice Foote. Eunice was the first person to theorize (in 1856) that higher carbon dioxide levels in the atmosphere would lead to a warmer planet, laying the foundations that later led to the understanding of the Greenhouse Effect. She discovered this as part of a simple experiment recording how different gasses warmed and cooled in sunlight. Eunice was a Scientist, Inventor, and Women's rights campaigner; an all round amazing (hidden) woman. #womeninstem #scienceandenvironment #climateaction #nasa

NASA Invests in Small Business Tech to Advance Alternative Fuels, More: Transitioning cutting-edge research from the lab to life-changing technology in the market is no easy feat and the cost of failure is high, especially for small businesses. One of the ways NASA helps is through its Small Business Technology Transfer (STTR) program, which supports small businesses, and their research institution partners during early-stage research and […]

Dr. Harbeen Arora Rai and I are honored to introduce our G100: Mission Million Space Technology & Aviation Wing Country Chair for Nepal, Anuja Shrestha, a Satellite Research Fellow. Anuja completed her bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering from Kathmandu University (KU) in 2022. Her space journey started when she joined Antarikchya Pratisthan Nepal (APN) [Nepal Space Foundation], a non-profit organization working in the space sector, as an intern. There she learned about CubeSats and got hands-on satellite operation training by collecting on-orbit data from Nepal’s first satellite, NepaliSat-1 using a ground station at the Nepal Academy of Science and Technology (NAST). She is currently working as a Satellite Research Fellow at Antarikchya Pratisthan Nepal, where she works as Deputy Project Manager and mentors nine high school students as part of Project MUNAL, Nepal’s 1st High School Satellite Project. In Project MUNAL, she handles the main mission of Project MUNAL; the Camera mission consisting of two cameras, and has also been involved in structural integration. She works as a systems engineer for an award-winning payload: APN_LoRa_Payload recognized under the Access to Space for All Initiative: Payload Hosting Initiative (PHI) program by United Nations Office for Outer Space Affairs (UNOOSA), awarded in collaboration with Mohammed Bin Rashid Space Centre (MBRSC). This payload is being hosted by the 12U CubeSat of MBRSC. Despite being a non-space-faring country, Nepal is actively seeking international opportunities in space, with a focus on capacity building, knowledge sharing, and advancements in science and technology. Anuja is also involved in Danfe Space Mission as a systems engineer, where Danfe Space Mission is a payload designed by Nepal for 3U CubeSat, MCPC, Thailand G100 Vision: To create an equal, progressive, and inclusive environment for women worldwide.   G100 Mission: To provide thought leadership on what needs to be done for inclusivity, safety, economic, and social empowerment of women globally, addressing gender gaps, and achieving gender parity within this decade, impacting across governments and organizations for gender equality.   G100 Values : Sustainability. Integrity. Diversity. Inclusion. Community. Transparency. Empowerment. Flexibility. Creativity. Peace.  #G100 global platform permits us to create an equal, progressive, and inclusive environment for women worldwide. Learn more about our mission and work at https://www.g100.in/. #aviation #team #leadership #technology #opportunities #future #creativity #environment #gender #space #diversity #womeninaviation #womenempowerment #womenempoweringwomen #allladiesleague #wef23 #strategicthinking #globalimpact  #corporategovernance #she #wicci #ALLLADIESLEAGUE 

🚀 Celebrating Grace Frazier on International Women's Day 🚀 Today, on International Women's Day, we shine a spotlight on the remarkable achievements of Grace Frazier, a young and talented aerospace engineer at CisLunar Industries. Grace's work has been pivotal in advancing our Modular Space Foundry® capabilities, a cornerstone for sustainable space exploration and development. Grace's journey in aerospace engineering is a testament to her dedication, innovation, and resilience. At CisLunar Industries, she has played a crucial role in building technology that promises to revolutionize how we approach resource utilization beyond Earth's boundaries. Her contributions are not just technical feats; they are steps toward a future where humanity can thrive in space, responsibly and efficiently. As we celebrate International Women's Day, Grace's story is a powerful reminder of the impact that women engineers have in shaping the future of aerospace and beyond. Her accomplishments underscore the importance of diversity in STEAM fields, bringing unique perspectives and solutions to complex challenges. Let's take a moment to acknowledge and celebrate Grace Frazier's contributions to aerospace engineering. Her work at CisLunar Industries is paving the way for a sustainable future in space exploration, inspiring the next generation of women engineers to dream big and break barriers. Here's to Grace and all the women making strides in engineering and technology. Your brilliance and determination light the path for a brighter, more inclusive future in aerospace and beyond. 🌟 #InternationalWomensDay #WomenInSTEM #AerospaceEngineering #CisLunarIndustries #MetalPropellantEcosystem #DiversityInSTEM

The Crucial Role of STEM in Space Missions As we look to the stars and strive to explore the vast unknown, one thing becomes abundantly clear: STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) is the foundation upon which all space missions are built. Science: fuels our curiosity, helping us ask the right questions and seek out new knowledge about the cosmos. It allows us to understand the fundamental principles governing our universe and envision what lies beyond our earthly confines. Technology: transforms these scientific insights into practical tools and systems. From the development of powerful telescopes to the creation of life-sustaining habitats in space, technology bridges the gap between imagination and reality. Engineering: is the backbone that supports every mission. Engineers design, build, and test the spacecraft, rovers, and satellites that venture into space, ensuring they can withstand the harsh environments and accomplish their goals. Mathematics: is the language that binds it all together. Through complex calculations and algorithms, we can chart courses to distant planets, predict the behavior of celestial bodies, and ensure the precision and accuracy needed for successful missions. Together, these disciplines form a synergistic relationship that propels us forward, driving innovation and expanding our horizons. STEM is not just a collection of subjects; it’s a pathway to exploration, discovery, and the future of humanity. As we continue to push the boundaries of what’s possible, let's inspire the next generation to pursue STEM fields. Their curiosity, creativity, and determination will be the key to unlocking the mysteries of the universe and achieving feats we can only dream of today.

It’s International Women in Engineering Day!    Here’s to all the wonderful women engineers across the globe who have impacted our daily lives and built a stronger future for us all 💪.    To mark the occasion, we want to spotlight three incredible women who have shown that engineering is far from a man’s industry...    👉 Edith Clark    Born in 1883, Edith Clark created the trailblazing Clarke calculator for graphing electrical properties. After using her inheritance to study mathematics at college, she was also the first woman to earn a degree in electrical engineering from MIT in 1919 and later became the first female professor of electrical engineering in America.      👉 Hedy Lamarr    In addition to being a Hollywood actress, Hedy Lamarr was a skilled inventor who set the foundation for modern Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, and GPS technologies. It all started during WW2 when she devised a way to encrypt signals and prevent enemy spies from accessing sensitive information.       👉 Yvonne Brill    Born in Canada in 1924, Yvonne Brill was a rocket scientist who significantly contributed to propulsion technology. Throughout her career, she worked as a propulsion engineer for NASA, invented a new type of rocket engine that used hydrazine and nitrogen tetroxide as propellants, and was a huge advocate for women in STEM and male-dominated fields.     Have you got any women engineers you’d like to spotlight today?    https://lnkd.in/ge98urRK #Innovation #Talent #BusinessGrowth #BusinessSuccess