African American Achievers In Science Medicine And Technology

The book introduces readers to over one hundred African American Achievers in medicine, science, and technology. It is enjoyable information that has no age limit. The writing even lends itself to being read aloud in the classroom and at family gatherings at home. The author has managed to make each biography sing its story. The book is a treat for young learners, parents, and teachers who wish information about achievers, but get "turned off" by the encyclopedic publications. However, if the reader wants more information about an achiever, sources for further reading are listed. Teachers of history who find that their classes are not high on young learners' popularity lists will find this book an excellent "appetizer" to help them develop "a taste" for history and biographies. Aunts, uncles, grandparents, other relatives, and friends will find this book to be an excellent all year and anytime gift as well as an addition to their own library. When the author reads aloud from the book she often hears. "I didn't know that!" from members of the audience.

Presents capsule accounts of notable first achievements by African Americans, arranged in the categories "Agriculture and Everyday Life, " "Dentistry and Nursing, " "Life Science, " "Math and Engineering, " "Medicine, " "Physical Science, " and "Transportation."

Chronicles the achievements of eleven Afro-American physicians whose contributions helped raise the country's health standards through medical practice, research, or teaching.

This encyclopedia provides the most complete treatment to date of the accomplishments of African American scientists—and the struggles of African Americans to find their place in the scientific community. This comprehensive reference work sheds new light on an aspect of African American life that is often overlooked. More than a summary of individuals and accomplishments, African Americans in Science: An Encyclopedia of People and Progress explores the entire experience of African Americans seeking a place in the scientific community—not just the triumphs but the frustrations, discriminations, and the efforts to support (and sometimes impede) African American scientists. African Americans in Science offers alphabetically organized entries in three areas: the contributions of African Americans in over 30 different fields of science and medicine, schools and organizations that played a role in the development of African American scientists, and additional topics related to African American scientists. No other reference offers such a complete and up-to-date portrait of the pivotal work of African Americans across the spectrum of scientific research and what it took to achieve it.

Examines the lives and achievements of seven black Americans who left their mark through scientific work, from Benjamin Banneker to Matthew Henson.

Did YOU know that a camera invented by a Black astrophysicist was used during the Apollo 16 space mission to collect ultraviolet images photographed from the moon?In fact did you know any of the following facts?• An early eighteenth century Virginia slave developed effective treatments against skin and venereal disease. In fact: 'His work was so outstanding that in 1729 the Virginia Legislature bought him from his owner, thus freeing him from slavery, to practice medicine exclusively'• Astronomical works by a late eighteenth century Black mathematician and astronomer were widely read and 'became a household staple in early America along with the Bible'• A nineteenth century African American blacksmith patented an invention described as 'the most important single invention in the whole history of whaling'• A nineteenth century inventor of Black South American heritage created such a revolution in the shoe industry, that it was said of him: 'What Edison is to artificial lighting, [he] is to footwear'• By 1913, African Americans held around 1,000 patents for various inventions in household goods, industrial machinery, transportation, electricity and chemical compounds• A Black physicist extended the Quantum Theory in the 1920s• Henry Ford described a Black botanist in the 1930s as 'the greatest living scientist'• Another Black chemist invented synthetic cortisone, an effective treatment for rheumatoid arthritis that broke the monopoly that European chemists had on the production of sterols• Twelve Black scientists and mathematicians worked on the Manhattan Project, i.e. the American nuclear bomb project, during World War II• A Black surgeon headed the blood bank system of the US and the UK during World War II• The research of a Black physicist and inventor of the 1960s may hold a key to addressing the main concerns of our times – dwindling sources of useable energy, rising energy costs, and increasing demand for energyFor too many people, it may be the first time that they had ever encountered such information. This is unfortunate. I believe that African and African Diasporan science history is a subject that has had too little attention paid to it. Some important writers have ventured into the field; Professor Ivan Van Sertima and his team, Mr J. A. Rogers, Mr Samuel Kennedy Yeboah, Dr Louis Haber, and Mr Hunter Havelin Adams III. My work synthesises and updates their findings. I also present the data in an easy to digest, bite-size way.This book is a general introduction to the role played by the African Americans in the evolution of the Space Sciences, Invention, Mathematics & Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Botany & Zoology, and Medicine & Surgery.

"African American Inventors in Science and Technology: Uncovering Hidden Gems" is a book that focuses on the contributions of African American inventors in various fields of science and technology. The book is divided into eleven chapters, each of which highlights a different niche, including medical science, aerospace technology, computer science, renewable energy, robotics, and communication technology. Each chapter begins with an introduction to the niche and its significance in today's world. The book then presents the achievements of prominent African American inventors in that field, including Dr. Patricia Bath and Dr. Charles Drew in medical science. The book is filled with fascinating stories and facts about the inventors and their inventions, accompanied by beautiful illustrations and photographs. Moreover, the book includes a "Did You Know?" section, which provides additional exciting information about the niche, and a "Take Action" section, which encourages readers to get involved in issues related to that field. The book aims to inspire young readers to learn more about the contributions of African American inventors to science and technology, making it an excellent resource for students, teachers, and parents. The book also emphasizes the interconnectedness of various fields of study and the importance of interdisciplinary approaches to problem-solving. Inventors who appear in multiple sections of the book do so because their contributions cross over different fields of science and technology, showcasing the power of collaboration and creativity. In conclusion, "African American Inventors in Science and Technology: Uncovering Hidden Gems" is an inspiring and educational book that highlights the significant contributions of African American inventors to science and technology. The book not only celebrates the achievements of these inventors but also encourages young readers to take action and make a difference in their communities.