Dr. Norah Patten, set to become Irelands first astronaut, shares her journey and plans for a commercial space flight with Virgin Galactic. She discusses the unique challenges of space travel, like fluid behavior in low gravity, and the need for sick bags on vomit comet flights. Patten emphasizes the importance of encouraging young women in STEM fields, inspiring the next generation of space explorers, including her own daughter. The event concludes with excited children meeting the astronauts, demonstrating the impact of their pioneering mission.
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