Category: Science
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Dr. Hadiyah-Nicole Green, a physicist and cancer researcher, recently achieved a scientific breakthrough – becoming the first person to successfully cure cancer in mice using laser-activated nanoparticles. Her groundbreaking solution demonstrates the immense potential for affordable, non-invasive cancer…
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The remarkable journey of Eddie Bernice Johnson, from being the first Black chief psychiatric nurse at the Dallas VA hospital to becoming a trailblazing figure in Texas politics and the U.S. Congress. Witness her unwavering perseverance against racism…
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The groundbreaking story of Premier Health Urgent Care, the first Black-owned urgent care center in Chicago’s South Side. Led by an impressive team of African American medical professionals, including former Chicago Bears player Gregory Primus, Premier Health aims…
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The inspiring journey of Major Mandisa Mfeka, the first Black South African female fighter pilot. From a small town to the history books, Mfeka’s trailblazing career showcases tenacious drive and determination.
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The groundbreaking story of Paris McGowan, a 25-year-old St. Louis native who defied expectations to become Harley-Davidson’s first Black female technician. From her family’s motorcycle legacy to overcoming challenges in a male-dominated industry, McGowan’s journey inspires empowerment and…
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The inspiring journey of Captain Barrington Irving, the youngest pilot to solo-fly around the world, as he pioneers the Barrington Irving Technical Training School (BITTS) in Miami. Uncover the story of BITTS, offering tuition-free aviation education to uplift…
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The inspiring story of Elmer Lucille Allen, the 92-year-old honored as the first Black chemist at Brown-Forman Distillery. Recognized by the Black Bourbon Society, Allen’s journey from a Louisville native to a trailblazing figure in bourbon is celebrated.
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The inspiring story of Diébédo Francis Kéré, the first Black architect to win the prestigious Pritzker Prize in its 43-year history. From a remote village in Burkina Faso to global acclaim, Kéré’s journey is marked by a commitment…
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The remarkable journey of William Fauntroy, Jr., the first Black civil engineer hired by NCTA (later WMATA). From his early life and military service with the Tuskegee Airmen to shaping Washington’s Metro subway system, Fauntroy’s career left a…
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The inspiring journey of Mary W. Jackson, who broke through segregation barriers to become NASA’s first Black female engineer in 1958. From her early life and education to pioneering aerospace research, Jackson’s story is one of resilience and…
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