Nancy Grace Roman helped transform the Hubble Space Telescope from a dream to reality. Now, a new space telescope launching in the mid-2020s has her name. In this video, learn more about the “Mother of Hubble” and the Nancy Grace Roman Space Telescope! | NASA's Hubble Space Telescope

5.8K views · 36 reactions | Astronomer Dr. Nancy Grace Roman was not only the founding chief of astronomy and solar physics, but was also the first woman executive at NASA - National Aeronautics and Space Administration. Her work led to the creation of the Hubble Space Telescope. #BecauseOfHerStory The "Mother of Hubble" passed away in 2018 - click here to read a remembrance from National Air and Space Museum, Smithsonian Institution: https://s.si.edu/2tFlUOf | Smithsonian Channel | Facebook