STEM Career Closeup: A Scientist's Work at the Jet Propulsion Lab

The video features a scientist at JPL discussing their work on satellite missions, particularly the Grace mission, which measures Earth's gravity. The scientist shares their educational journey from theoretical mathematics to neuroscience and physics, highlighting their desire to apply knowledge to real-world problems. They describe their daily tasks of data analysis, identifying anomalies in weather and climate systems, and recount a research cruise in Antarctica. The video concludes with excitement about the upcoming Grace follow-on mission, which aims to enhance understanding of Earth's gravity and water cycle.

What is the main focus of the mission that the scientist is working on?

What educational background did the scientist have before working at JPL?

Describe the process the scientist goes through to analyze satellite data.

What was one of the coolest experiences the scientist had during their research?

What upcoming mission is the scientist excited about and what does it aim to improve?