Mae Jemison
Astronaut and first African American in space
Born
October 17th, 1956
68 years ago
Category
Scientists & Innovators
Country
United States
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Graduated from Stanford University with a degree in chemical engineering and earned a Doctor of Medicine degree from Cornell University. Worked as a general practitioner and participated in medical research before joining NASA. Flew aboard the Space Shuttle Endeavour in 1992 as a mission specialist for STS-47, making history as the first African American woman in space. After leaving NASA, engaged in various educational and motivational initiatives, promoting science and technology.
First African American woman in space
STS-47 mission aboard Space Shuttle Endeavour
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