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Jill Heinerth (born 1965) is a Canadian cave diver, underwater explorer, writer, photographer, and filmmaker. She has made TV series for PBS, National Geographic Channel, and the BBC, consulted on movies for directors including James Cameron, written several books, and produced documentaries including “We Are Water” and “Ben’s Vortex,” about the disappearance of Ben McDaniel.
Laurel Blair Clark (née Salton; March 10, 1961 – February 1, 2003) was a NASA astronaut, medical doctor, United States Navy captain, and Space Shuttle mission specialist. She was a remarkable woman who made significant contributions to both the field of medicine and space exploration.
Laurel Clark, a NASA astronaut and medical doctor, had an accomplished and driven life that was tragically cut short. She obtained her medical degree from the University of Wisconsin-Madison and pursued a military career, specializing in diving medicine and submarine medical officer training. Clark’s ultimate dream of journeying to space became a reality when she was selected for mission STS-107. Unfortunately, she lost her life in the catastrophic Space Shuttle Columbia disaster. Clark’s dedication and sacrifice were posthumously honored with the Congressional Space Medal of Honor.
Lowri Morgan is a prominent Welsh television presenter, adventurer, and ultra-marathon runner. She found success as a presenter, notably hosting S4C’s coverage of the World Rally Championship and the BBC’s flagship rugby show, Scrum V. Her determination and passion in pursuing ultra-marathons, like the Amazon Marathon and the 6633 Arctic Marathon, have established her as a respected figure in the world of extreme endurance running. Morgan’s significant contributions and accomplishments make her an influential figure in both the realms of television and women’s history.
Cody Unser, born in 1986, is a disability awareness advocate and adaptive scuba medical crusader. She founded the Cody Unser First Step Foundation at the age of 13 to raise awareness and develop programs for individuals with transverse myelitis. Through her foundation, she has pioneered groundbreaking medical research, including the first conventional SCUBA-medical study, to explore the therapeutic benefits of adaptive scuba diving. Cody’s relentless advocacy has inspired others and made a lasting impact on the lives of individuals with disabilities.