african american scientists

Presents the life of Benjamin Banneker, the self-educated scientist who helped plan our nation's capital city.

A brief biography of African American biologist Ernest Everett Just, discussing his life and accomplishments as a scientific pioneer.

"Benjamin Banneker was a self-educated mathematician, scientist, astronomer, and civil rights advocate. Banneker achieved many amazing things throughout his lifetime. He wrote almanacs, mapped the stars, and corresponded with Thomas Jefferson, just to name a few. Banneker was a man ahead of his time"--Provided by publisher.

Examines the lives of African-Americans who have made an impact on the field of computer science.

From soil-preserving crop rotation methods and innovative beauty products to the filaments that made electric light bulbs possible and laser probes that correct cataracts, African American inventors and scientists have revolutionized daily life in the modern world. With profiles of towering figures like George Washington Carver, Madam C. J. Walker, and Mae Jemison, this inspiring collection celebrates the often unsung and little known accomplishments and innovations of African American scientists, engineers, inventors, and entrepreneurs. They overcame injustice, prejudice, and inequality of access to triumph in every American field of endeavor, from agriculture to the space program.

As a child, Danielle Lee loved looking at plants and animals. Learn how Lee's love of biology and rap and hip-hop music led her to become an urban scientist, teacher, and popular blogger.

Highlights the life and contributions of acclaimed botanist and inventor George Washington Carver. Describes how he was born into slavery, and rose to fame as a scientist and respected African American in a time when racial prejudice was morally and legally accepted.

"Benjamin Banneker is known and admired for his work in science, mathematics, and astronomy. He was born free at a time in America, 1731, when most African Americans were slaves. At the age of 22 he built a strike clock based on his own drawings and using a pocket-knife"--Provided by the Publisher.

A biography of Benjamin Banneker, including his early life, personal life, contributions to science, surveying, the Farmers' Almanac, his campaign against slavery, and more.

Scientists and experts of African heritage have made many important contributions to technology.