We cover the Northeast Central Region of Florida,.  This includes the counties of Volusia and Flagler, and stretches North from Marineland to the East at DeBary and as far South as Oak Hill.

A STELLAR LEGACY: WOMEN WHO HAVE REDEFINED SPACE SCIENCE

Throughout history, women have expanded our understanding of the cosmos, often against the gravity of societal barriers and gender discrimination. This presentation celebrates their remarkable contributions and legacies as inspirations for future generations of women and minorities in science. From the early comet-hunting days of Caroline Herschel to the revolutionary astrophysical insights of Cecilia Payne-Gaposchkin, these pioneers transformed our view of the universe and
our place within it. The stories of these women reveal how perseverance, intellect, and vision can transcend discrimination, leaving us with an enduring reminder that reaching for the stars often begins with defying the limits placed upon us by society.

OUR PRESENTER

Kayla Taylor is a PhD Student with the Department of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science at Embry Riddle, and the Women in Engineering (WIE) Affinity Group Chair of the Daytona Section. She is an IEEE WIE Distinguished Volunteer and Mentor, a WIE volunteer who has made a notable contribution to the IEEE WIE.

On 4/26/2023, the Daytona Section Chair Dr. Liu presented Junior Science Fair Winner Kaden Janania, with a recognition plaque for his presentation titled “How Different Materials Affect Sound Absorption.”

Bethune-Cookman University Students presenting their entry from the recent SouthEastCon Robotics Competition.

Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University had two team entries at the recent SouthEastCon Robotics Competition.