Percy Julian

Percy Julian was a pioneering African American scientist who made significant advancements in chemistry, particularly in creating important medicines from plant compounds. He developed a way to produce cortisone, a drug used to treat arthritis and other inflammatory conditions, more efficiently and affordably. Julian's innovative work helped improve healthcare and demonstrated how scientific research can benefit society. Despite facing racial discrimination, he cheered progress and broke barriers in the scientific community, inspiring future generations of scientists and encouraging diversity within STEM fields.