Dr Maggie Aderin-Pocock is to get a Barbie Role Model for work promoting science careers to girls.
Dr Maggie Aderin-Pocock is to get a Barbie Role Model for her work promoting science careers to girlsA space scientist, best known for presenting BBC One's The Sky at Night and CBeebies Stargazing, is to be honoured with a Barbie doll.
"I want to inspire the next generation of scientists, and especially girls, and let them know that STEM [science, technology, engineering and maths] is for them," she said. Toy creator Mattel, known for releasing dolls in honour of celebrities, is also recognising six other STEM professionals globally.
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