13 LGBTQ+ scientists you should know
From the first woman in space to recent Nobel Prize winners, we're celebrating some of the queer pioneers who have expanded our knowledge across the years.
NOVEMBER 18, 2024
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A New World at NASA
Today's space program has a different atmosphere than the one Sally Ride encountered, say gay NASA workers.
SEPTEMBER 14, 2012
Anti-LGBT Climate Change Denier Will Head NASA
The Senate confirmed Jim Bridenstine today in a party-line vote.
APRIL 19, 2018
NASA Head, Despite Anti-LGBT Record, Recognizes Pride
Jim Bridenstine joins Secretary of State Mike Pompeo as a surprising Pride supporter, but there's still no recognition from the White House.
JUNE 19, 2018
NASA Cancels Invitation From Sanctioned Gay-Hating Putin Lackey
Homophobic NASA head Jim Bridenstine invited far-right nationalist Dmitry Rogozin to speak at both their headquarters and Rice University.
JANUARY 6, 2019
Honoring The First Lesbian in Space
Google's doodle pays homage to the first female NASA astronaut, who was revealed to be lesbian following her death.
MAY 26, 2015
Astronaut Accused of Hacking Ex-Wife's Bank Account From Space
Anne McClain denies the accusation.
AUGUST 26, 2019
Kristen Stewart to play lesbian astronaut Sally Ride in 1st lead TV role
Kristen Stewart is headed to outer space in this new limited series.
JUNE 10, 2024
Senator Warns of Dangers Posed by Trump's NASA Nominee
Senator Patty Murray of Washington says Rep. Jim Bridenstine is not the person to take us into the future. Read her letter to the Senate's Science Committee below.
OCTOBER 26, 2017
Trump's Choice to Head NASA Is From Planet Homophobia
U.S. Rep. Jim Bridenstine -- the man Trump wants to head the space agency -- is a relic of the past.
SEPTEMBER 14, 2017
Sister of Sally Ride Talks Antigay Discrimination With Cenk Uygur
The death of Sally Ride and revelation that she was a lesbian highlight antigay discrimination and has some wondering if NASA has space for out LGBT people.
JULY 25, 2012
Who is Jane Rigby, the lesbian scientist who just received a Medal of Freedom?
The chief scientist at the world’s most powerful telescope is also an out lesbian and mom of one.
MAY 4, 2024
GOP lawmakers call for Alabama space camp employee to be fired, simply for being transgender
A Facebook post about a transgender employee at the U.S. Space and Rocket Center’s educational program has led to far-right attacks from Libs of TikTok, Sen. Tommy Tuberville and others.
MARCH 18, 2024
NASA Chief: A Woman Will 'Likely' Be First Person on Mars
There may soon be a giant leap for womankind.
MARCH 13, 2019
Lego Honors Sally Ride and Other 'Women of NASA'
The toy company has made a figurine set depicting female astronauts and space pioneers.
OCTOBER 18, 2017
Nonbinary NASA Intern's Support of Trans Troops Goes Viral
The student accused the Trump administration of "manufacturing oppression."
JANUARY 24, 2019
NASA Still Plans to Name $10B Telescope After Possible Homophobe
The space agency rejected concerns over the naming of the James Webb Space Telescope, saying there isn't evidence that Webb participated in the Lavender Scare while he led NASA.
OCTOBER 1, 2021
NASA Says No Evidence James Webb Telescope Namesake Fired LGBTQ+ Staff
An investigation into Webb's alleged homophobic actions stems from the firing of gay NASA employee Clifford Norton during the Lavender Scare.
NOVEMBER 18, 2022