Let’s meet Marita, Liza’s friend and educator, whose passion for science and dedication to teaching led her to an incredible opportunity at NASA. Not just any opportunity – Marita got to experience the wonders of the universe aboard SOFIA, the Stratospheric Observatory for Infrared Astronomy. In today’s episode, we’ll delve how she went from guiding students in a classroom to conducting research among the stars. We’ll talk about her insights gained from this unique experience.