The Spacesuit Effect

Explore the challenges and triumphs of women in STEM through Renee Frohnert's inspiring TEDx talk. Discover how the "spacesuit effect" empowered her to overcome obstacles and secure an opportunity to venture into space. Learn from Frohnert's experiences as a business leader, entrepreneur, engineer, and influencer in the aerospace industry. Gain insights into her journey as a graduate of the International Institute of Astronautical Sciences Scientist-Astronaut Program and her upcoming space mission in 2024. Understand her contributions to critical space missions, including NASA Artemis, where she designed space electronics for the first woman's journey to the Moon. Be inspired by her advocacy for increased representation in space and technology, and her role as a Visiting Lecturer at Cornell University's School of Engineering. This 14-minute talk, delivered at a TEDxPSU event, offers valuable perspectives on breaking barriers and achieving success in male-dominated fields.