#EZScience: Inspiring Women in Space and Science

Ellen Stofan introduces an exhibit at the Smithsonian celebrating women in STEM. She interviews Dr. Kelly Couric about her work at NASA and Dana Bowles about her journey in engineering. Both women share their experiences and advice for young girls interested in science. The exhibit aims to inspire future generations by showcasing current female leaders in STEM.

What is the main goal of the 'If Then She Can' exhibit?

• To promote environmental awareness

• To showcase historical achievements of women in science

• To inspire young girls to pursue careers in STEM

• To display technological advancements in space exploration

What significant project did Dr. Kelly Couric contribute to at NASA?

• The International Space Station

• The Hubble Space Telescope

• The Parker Solar Probe

• The Mars Rover Mission

What phenomenon did Dr. Kelly Couric study with the Parker Solar Probe?

• Coronal mass ejections

• Black holes

• Comets

• Asteroids

What inspired Dana Bowles to pursue a career in engineering?

• Her interest in computer programming

• Her reliance on equipment for independence

• Her desire to become an astronaut

• Her love for mathematics

What was Dana Bowles' first role at NASA?

• Mission director

• Astronaut

• Software developer

• Payload safety engineer

What is Dana Bowles' current focus at NASA headquarters?

• Managing the science.nasa.gov website

• Training astronauts

• Developing new spacecraft

• Designing space suits

What is a key message from the conclusion of the exhibit?

• The importance of historical figures in science

• The need for more funding in STEM fields

• The celebration of contemporary women making a difference in science

• The challenges faced by women in science