Mae Jemison

Astronaut and first African American in space

Mae Jemison - Astronaut and first African American in space
Born

October 17th, 1956
69 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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