How did you become a scientist?

The speaker shares their lifelong passion for science, inspired by science fiction and a curiosity about everyday phenomena. Despite a lack of female scientist role models, they pursued answers to their questions. They encourage young scientists to be bold and think big, drawing from their own experiences in the field of astronomy, particularly in discovering exoplanets. The speaker's career was shaped by a combination of preparation and luck, leading to exciting work in the search for planets around other stars.

What advice does the speaker give to young people entering the field of science?

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What role did luck play in the speaker's career path?

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