I am excited to share that I served as a NASA Virtual Expert through their Digital Learning Network on Wednesday, April 19th. The Digital Learning Network hosts closed interactive video conferences with classrooms or live stream events where an expert on a subject topic is selected to talk to ... READ MORE»
Astronaut Abby’s Summer Astrobiology Research Internship at Kennedy Space Center
I am excited to announce that I have been invited to work in the Schuerger Lab at the Space Life Sciences Lab (SLSL) at Kennedy Space Center in Florida this summer. My research advisor will be Dr. Andrew C. Schuerger from the Dept. of Plant Pathology at the University of Florida. I will be ... READ MORE»
Astronaut Abby Appearance on the Smithsonian STEM in 30 Show: The Women Paving the Way to Mars
On April 12, 2017 I traveled in the wee hours of the morning (3am start time to be exact) from my college in Boston to Washington D.C. for a fun adventure. I visited my friends at the Smithsonian National Air and Space Museum , to be part of a live filming of their TV series called STEM In 30. The ... READ MORE»
Taking on SXSW: GenZ The Next Power Brokers
I participated in my first SXSW panel on March 12, 2017 as a representative of the next generation of leaders. The panel was titled "GenZ: The Next Power Brokers" and was about next generation of women who are positioned to lead the world. I was honored to be asked by the panel host, Sweety High, ... READ MORE»
Astronaut Abby’s First Flight Towards Earning a Private Pilot License [Video]
The journey towards applying for the NASA astronaut corps is filled with building a resume that has the right stuff. While there is no perfect formula for building this resume, it helps to build not only the important education and work experiences that are required but to also build skills in many ... READ MORE»
UAE: International STEM and Space Ambassador Visit [Video]
I served as an International STEM and Space Ambassador for The Mars Generation and toured the United Arab Emirates by invitation of the Mohammed Bin Rashid Space Centre (MBRSC) during the last two weeks of January 2017. During my tour I visited local Dubai schools, science centers and the MBRSC as ... READ MORE»
Astronaut Abby Visits to Sharjah Center for Astronomy and Space Sciences
I toured the Sharjah Center for Astronomy and Space Sciences on January 21, 2017 as part of my role as an International Space and Science Ambassador Representing The Mars Generation in the United Arab Emirates. I was invited to the UAE as a guest of the Mohammed Bin Rashid Space Centre to ... READ MORE»
A Day At The White House: The Hidden Figures In Space Exploration
It is a huge honor to have received an invitation from the White House to attend an event today (Thursday December 15, 2016) that highlights the hidden figures in the history of space exploration. Being recognized for my work with The Mars Generation in advancing human space exploration and exciting ... READ MORE»
Catching a ride on the Mars Rover…my experience! [VIDEO]
Every wondered what it is like to ride on the Mars rover? You know the one that showed up in the blockbuster The Martian movie last year? I was fortunate enough to get to visit the Mars Yard at NASA's Houston Space Center and catch a ride on the Mars rover and I have video to prove it! Let's just ... READ MORE»
Astronaut Abby Named Huffington Post and Ford’s 20 Under 20 STEAM Pioneers
I am thrilled to be chosen as one of Ford and Huffington Post's 20 Under 20 Next Generation of STEAM Pioneers for 2016. It is such an honor to be recognized for my outreach work with The Mars Generation and my involvement in science, technology, engineering, arts and mathematics (STEAM). The ... READ MORE»
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