NASA Names Astronaut Christina Koch Acting Deputy Chief Engineer
Astronaut Christina Koch has been named Acting Deputy Chief Engineer at NASA. She was previously involved in several of the agency's missions, including Artemis I and Artemis II. Her new role will allow her to contribute further to the agency's engineering efforts.
Why it's good news: It highlights the advancement and empowerment of a talented and experienced woman in STEM fields.
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