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I started this blog to document the actions I am taking in trying to become an astronaut. It's my ultimate goal, my dream. Every week or so I post a new update to recap the week or add interesting pictures. I hope you enjoy the site and remember to follow your dreams no matter what others may think of them.
About Damaris
- Damaris Sarria Toepel
- Somerville, MA, United States
- Welcome to my blog! I grew up in California and later attended Texas A&M University to earn a Bachelor's degree in Aerospace Engineering. I also hold a Master's degree in Aeronautical Science from Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University. I previously worked at Kennedy Space Center for Boeing on the Space Shuttle Orbiter's Thermal Protection System. I transitioned to an engineering position with the MIT Lincoln Laboratory in Lexington, MA. I applied for the 2009 astronaut candidate program, but unfortunately did not get a call back. I applied again in early 2011 so fingers crossed! I currently am working on continuing my advanced education, involvement with space advocacy, and continuing to do all that I love in life!
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7 comments:
So neat to watch the progress! Thanks for keeping us updated through your blog!
Hey Sarria,
Question. Do you know of the Mars Direct approach proposed by Zubrin and the Mars society?
- Sohaib
These photos are stunning. Thanks for sharing your fascinating journey to space! I often share your photos with students in my science class.
My family & I are looking forward to viewing the night launch in November. We'll be driving up to see it from Stuart.
Damaris,
Your photos are beautiful and your blog entries are fascinating. Thanks for this glimpse into the space program.
Phil
did you read about my country's chandrayaan moon mission?
http://www.spaceflightnow.com/news/n0810/21chandrayaan1/
Sidd,
Yes, I have kept up with the Chandrayaan mission. So very exciting!!
Sohaib,
I had not heard of the Mars Direct approach until you mentioned it. After reading a little bit about it, the design plans sound awesome. Looks like there are still some revisions going on, which would be expected, but it will be very exciting once the mission plans are finalized.
Damaris, You site is very inspiring. I applied to the astronaut program last December. NASA has always been a part of me. I'm working in Seattle, but worked near the George C. Marshall Center for about five years. If I get hired great. If I don't I'll still enjoy watching NASA on the moon in twenty years. This my goal in life! Because of the NASA channel, I did enjoy my ground school courses, my new hand-held oscilloscope, and all the other things that came my via the NASA channel. Wouldn't it be nice if we were both selected.
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