SS Forum: Serena Aunon-Chancellor

From space tourism to settlements on Mars, what is humanity’s future in space? How dangerous is space travel to human health? What benefits do we obtain from space research?

Dr. Serena Auñón-Chancellor returned to Earth from the International Space Station in December—after 197 days in space. On Friday, March 15th, this accomplished engineer-physician-astronaut joins the Salt Spring Forum for a candid discussion about the opportunities, hazards, and health science of space travel, as well as the challenges facing women in science, technology, engineering and math (STEM).

Dr. Auñón-Chancellor was already working for NASA as a Flight Surgeon when she was selected to become an astronaut ten years ago. After extensive training, she spent two months collecting meteorites on the Antarctic icecap. She also spent nine months in Russia supporting medical operations for the International Space Station. Most recently, Dr. Auñón-Chancellor travelled to the International Space Station as Flight Engineer.

When you were a child, did you want to become an astronaut? Are you curious about humanity’s future in space? Do you just want to meet a truly amazing and inspiring person? Join the Salt Spring Forum in discussion with engineer, physician and astronaut Serena Auñón-Chancellor!