40 years ago, Sally Ride launched to space from NASA’s Kennedy Space Center and became the first American woman in space. It’s not rocket science - representation and inclusion matter in the workplace. Sally’s one of many NASA trailblazers who paved the way to make space for everybody. Today, we honor her legacy with a new generation of space explores, the Artemis generation. | NASA's Kennedy Space Center

24K views · 596 reactions | To celebrate women in science, like Sally Ride with her historic space flight, we picked a few influential astrophysicists who contributed to our favorite field. With their extraordinary work, these women paved the way for future leadership and research. #SallysNight | NASA Universe | Facebook