Mae Jemison

Mae Jemison is an American physician and the first African American woman to become an astronaut.

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Profession :

Astronaut

Birthday :

October 17, 1956

Star Sign :

Libra

Age :

68

Birthplace :

Decatur, Alabama, United States

Mae Jemison is an American physician who made history as the first African American woman astronaut. In 1992, she spent over a week orbiting Earth aboard the space shuttle Endeavour. After her NASA mission, Jemison established the Jemison Group to create and promote advanced technologies. She has also made appearances on “Star Trek: The Next Generation” and provided her voice for a character in the Disney Plus series “Marvel’s Moon Girl and Devil Dinosaur.” Currently, Jemison leads the 100 Year Starship Project and champions the integration of physical and social sciences with art and culture.