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What was the primary motivation behind Valentina Tereshkova's entry into the Soviet space program?
What was the primary motivation behind Valentina Tereshkova's entry into the Soviet space program?
- The political climate of the "space race" with the United States. (correct)
- Scientific curiosity and a desire to explore space.
- To advance women's rights and promote gender equality in science.
- A lifelong ambition to become a pilot and astronaut.
Which aspect of Valentina Tereshkova's background proved particularly useful for her role as a cosmonaut?
Which aspect of Valentina Tereshkova's background proved particularly useful for her role as a cosmonaut?
- Her academic background in engineering, providing a strong foundation in technical concepts.
- Her experience as an amateur parachutist, particularly during re-entry to Earth. (correct)
- Her experience working in a textile factory, which familiarized her with complex machinery.
- Her political activism and advocacy for women's rights, fostering leadership skills.
What significant political positions did Valentina Tereshkova hold after her spaceflight?
What significant political positions did Valentina Tereshkova hold after her spaceflight?
- Ambassador to the United Nations, representing the Soviet Union on the world stage.
- Head of the Soviet space program, directing future missions and exploration efforts.
- Minister of Defense, overseeing the Soviet military forces.
- Member of the Supreme Soviet Presidium and director of the Soviet Women's Committee. (correct)
What was Patricia Bath's driving motivation behind her work in ophthalmology?
What was Patricia Bath's driving motivation behind her work in ophthalmology?
What pioneering achievement did Patricia Bath attain at UCLA's Jules Stein Eye Institute?
What pioneering achievement did Patricia Bath attain at UCLA's Jules Stein Eye Institute?
In what year did Patricia Bath receive a patent for the Laserphaco Probe?
In what year did Patricia Bath receive a patent for the Laserphaco Probe?
What specific advancements did Patricia Bath's Laserphaco Probe enable in cataract surgery?
What specific advancements did Patricia Bath's Laserphaco Probe enable in cataract surgery?
How did Patricia Bath contribute to community eye care?
How did Patricia Bath contribute to community eye care?
What was the connection between Valentina Tereshkova's space mission and the Cold War "space race"?
What was the connection between Valentina Tereshkova's space mission and the Cold War "space race"?
Apart from inventing the Laserphaco Probe, what other notable contribution did Patricia Bath make to the field of ophthalmology?
Apart from inventing the Laserphaco Probe, what other notable contribution did Patricia Bath make to the field of ophthalmology?
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Valentina Tereshkova
Valentina Tereshkova
Soviet cosmonaut, first woman in space in 1963.
First Civilian in Space
First Civilian in Space
Tereshkova became the first civilian to fly in space.
Vostok 6
Vostok 6
The space capsule used by Tereshkova for her historic flight.
Parachute Jumping
Parachute Jumping
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Patricia Bath
Patricia Bath
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Laserphaco Probe
Laserphaco Probe
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Community Ophthalmology
Community Ophthalmology
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American Institute for the Prevention of Blindness
American Institute for the Prevention of Blindness
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UCLA's Jules Stein Eye Institute
UCLA's Jules Stein Eye Institute
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Hero of the Soviet Union
Hero of the Soviet Union
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Study Notes
Valentina Tereshkova
- First woman in space, 1963
- Soviet cosmonaut and engineer
- Left school at 16, worked in a textile factory
- Took up parachute jumping
- Volunteered for Soviet space program in 1961
- Trained for 16 months in isolation and zero-gravity
- Flew in Vostok 6 spacecraft, June 16, 1963
- Completed 48 orbits of Earth
- Hero of the Soviet Union in 1966
- Earned doctorate in engineering in 1977
- Parachuted from capsule upon return
Patricia Bath
- Pioneer for women in ophthalmology
- Inventor, laser scientist, and ophthalmologist
- Studied medicine at Howard University and graduated in 1968
- First African American to complete residency in ophthalmology at New York University
- Continued studies at Columbia University, focused on corneal transplantation and keratoprosthesis
- Became associate professor at UCLA and Charles R. Drew University, in 1974
- Advocate for accessible eye care in underserved communities
- Co-founded American Institute for the Prevention of Blindness in 1976
- Invented Laserphaco Probe for cataracts (1986)
- Promoted advanced ophthalmic techniques and sight-saving treatments globally
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