Evelyn Boyd Granville

Evelyn Boyd Granville was a pioneering African American mathematician known for her work in applying mathematical techniques to rocket science and space exploration. She earned her Ph.D. in mathematics in 1949 and contributed to important projects like the Apollo missions, helping to develop techniques for spacecraft navigation. Granville broke racial and gender barriers in a predominantly male, white field, inspiring future generations of women and minorities in STEM. Her work advanced scientific understanding and demonstrated the vital role of mathematics in exploring space, making her a trailblazer in both science and social progress.