Shell Eco-marathon alumni sets sights on space exploration – and beyond
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From Shell Eco-marathon to the Stars: The Unstoppable Journey of Marisa Murillo
Marisa Murillo's journey is a tale of relentless curiosity and unyielding determination. From Houston, where the shadow of NASA's towering rockets loomed large, Marisa's dreams of space exploration were born. Her path was anything but ordinary.
It was at Shell Eco-marathon, a global engineering competition that pushed her to the limits, where she first tasted the thrill of innovation. Designing energy-efficient vehicles wasn't just a challenge; it was a crucible that forged her into the scientist she is today.
While Marisa’s teams didn't win the competition, the lessons she learned were far more valuable. She mastered the art of mechanical engineering, discovered the power of teamwork, and learned that failure is just a stepping stone to success. Now, she's at the forefront of a groundbreaking project with NASA's Goddard Space Flight Center, mapping water on the moon. But what twists of fate led her from the Shell Eco-marathon to the cutting edge of lunar research?
Marisa Murillo, PhD planetary science student at University of HawaiiOur culture as a city is to look up at the stars and think about doing impossible things.
Marisa's story is a testament to the transformative power of early scientific engagement and the impact of programs like Shell Eco-marathon.
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