NASA Mathematician Katherine Johnson Dies At Age 101
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Katherine Johnson, a pivotal figure at NASA, was celebrated for her role as a 'human computer' who calculated the trajectory for Alan Shepard's 1961 flight and verified calculations for John Glenn's mission. Her contributions extended to the Apollo 11 moon landing and the Space Shuttle program. In 2015, she received the Presidential Medal of Freedom, and her story was depicted in the film 'Hidden Figures'. Johnson's legacy continues through her family and the impact of her work.
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