NASA's First Chief Astronomer, the Mother of Hubble

The transcript details the speaker's journey in astronomy, from early curiosity to challenges faced due to gender bias in academia. It highlights the development of the Hubble telescope, the speaker's career at NASA, and reflections on gender equality in science. Despite initial discouragement, the speaker achieved recognition and hopes for more gender equality in the field.

What role did the speaker play in the development of the Hubble telescope?

What recognition did the speaker receive in 1962, and why was it significant?

What are the speaker's hopes for the future of women in astronomy?