SPACE
ELAINE
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WHO IS
SPACE ELAINE
Elaine Hyde isn’t just dreaming about the stars—she’s actively reaching for them. A physicist and businesswoman, Elaine is set to become the first Australian woman and Singaporean-born person to journey into space. But her story is about more than just breaking records; it’s about a life lived at the intersection of science, business and family.
Elaine’s story continues to unfold as she prepares for her upcoming space flights with Virgin Galactic and Blue Origin. Her pioneering spirit marks her as a true trailblazer, inspiring future generations to dream big and reach for the stars.
Education
my story
Elaine Hyde isn’t just dreaming about the stars—she’s actively reaching for them. A 42 year old physicist and businesswoman, Elaine is set to become the first Australian woman and Singaporean-born person to journey into space. But her story is about more than just breaking records; it’s about a life lived at the intersection of science, business and family.
Elaine’s story continues to unfold as she prepares for her upcoming space flights with Virgin Galactic and Blue Origin. Her pioneering spirit marks her as a true trailblazer, inspiring future generations to dream big and reach for the stars.
Skill set
my story
From a young age, I’ve always gazed at the stars, dreaming of one day exploring the vast expanse of space. The idea of floating weightlessly among the stars and witnessing the Earth from above fills me with wonder. This dream fueled my passion for science and pushed me to pursue a career in astrophysics. Every moment studying the universe brings me closer to realizing this dream.
The journey to space is not just a personal ambition but a contribution to humanity’s quest for knowledge. I envision myself aboard a spacecraft, conducting experiments that unveil the mysteries of the cosmos. This dream of going to space is more than an adventure; it’s a testament to human ingenuity.
My Career
my story
From a young age, I’ve always gazed at the stars, dreaming of one day exploring the vast expanse of space. The idea of floating weightlessly among the stars and witnessing the Earth from above fills me with wonder. This dream fueled my passion for science and pushed me to pursue a career in astrophysics. Every moment studying the universe brings me closer to realizing this dream.
The journey to space is not just a personal ambition but a contribution to humanity’s quest for knowledge. I envision myself aboard a spacecraft, conducting experiments that unveil the mysteries of the cosmos. This dream of going to space is more than an adventure; it’s a testament to human ingenuity.
My Career
my story
From a young age, I’ve always gazed at the stars, dreaming of one day exploring the vast expanse of space. The idea of floating weightlessly among the stars and witnessing the Earth from above fills me with wonder. This dream fueled my passion for science and pushed me to pursue a career in astrophysics. Every moment studying the universe brings me closer to realizing this dream.
The journey to space is not just a personal ambition but a contribution to humanity’s quest for knowledge. I envision myself aboard a spacecraft, conducting experiments that unveil the mysteries of the cosmos. This dream of going to space is more than an adventure; it’s a testament to human ingenuity.
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Then and Now
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ACHIEVEMENTS
PROFESSIONAL LIFE
After stints as a research scientist and management consultant, Elaine founded Chicago Star Media, which launched as a local print newspaper. In the initial days of the company, she personally delivered her newspapers to over 300 locations in Chicago so she could better connect with her readers.
Under her leadership, Chicago Star grew into a communications services firm with clients spanning the globe. Elaine currently operates Eastside Enterprises, a research and development company that focuses on AI-assisted media products.
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PERSONAL LIFE
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Education
Elaine attended Presbyterian Ladies’ College in Burwood, Victoria for the majority of her childhood. As part of her education at PLC, her adventurer’s spirit was nurtured by participating in many outdoor camps. She would spend hours gazing at the stars and exploring the Australian outback.
A graduate of the University of Melbourne, Elaine studied business and physics with a focus on developing experiments for space. Her ambition led her to the United States so she could be closer to the space race. She worked as an intern in the astrophysics labs at the University of Pennsylvania, later becoming a research scientist at the Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania. Her work further fueled her passion for space.
At the University of Pennsylvania, Elaine met her husband, an astrophysicist. Together, they moved to Chicago, where Elaine’s career and family life would both blossom. A general aviation pilot and a mother of five, Elaine balances her professional achievements with a fulfilling family life.
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CHILDHOOD
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Elaine was born in Singapore at Glen Eagles Hospital in 1982. Her mother worked for Marconi Instruments as a quality control engineer and her father was a telecommunications engineer. When she was four years old, her parents immigrated to Australia to start a computer distribution business. The personal computer industry was just taking off and Elaine grew up putting together motherboards in the back of her parent’s shop.
At age 16, she attended Space Camp at the U.S. Space and Rocket Center in Alabama, an experience that only deepened her resolve to reach the stars.
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