Discover the Brilliance of Black Scientists & Inventors
Explore the untold stories of remarkable minds who changed our world through innovation, discovery, and determination. From ancient times to modern day breakthroughs in AI, biotech, and quantum computing.
The Homopolar Motor
A practical demonstration of Lenz's Law via a Homopolar Motor.
Garrett A Morgan
The man who made our roads save to drive on.
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Africa's Journey to Industry 4.0: A Guide to Thriving in a Disrupted World
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Black Women Scientists & Inventors Vol 2
Celebrating twenty groundbreaking Black women whose scientific brilliance continues to shape our world. This powerful …
Blacks in Mathematics & Science: Workbook 1
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Black Scientists & Inventors Book 2
Inspire. Educate. Celebrate Innovation. The second book in the Black Scientists and Inventors series continues …
Featured Scientists
Invention, Safety Engineering
African American inventor who patented a street sweeper truck with revolving brushes in 1896.
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Medicine
Pioneering African American neurosurgeon who patented a method for selectively opening abnormal brain tissue capillaries and has performed over 5,000 …
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Mechanical Engineering
Ghanaian inventor of a patented turbine design, developed for and assigned to Ghana's Ministry of Energy and Mines
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