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Valerie Thomas & the Evolution of 3D Imagery | Keeping Black History Alive

For February, we are keeping Black History Alive by honoring Black people's achievements in entertainment, science, food, sports & more. We're kicking off Black History Month by recognizing the legacy and contributions of scientist, mathematician, and inventor, Valerie Thomas. Thomas was born in Baltimore, Maryland, and was one of two Black women who graduated from her class majoring in Physics at Morgan State University. While in school, Thomas excelled and graduated with the highest honors in 1964. After graduation, Valerie began working for NASA where she would develop computer data systems to support satellite operations. While at NASA Valerie Thomas worked on groundbreaking projects and won many awards for them. In the 1970s she would experiment with flat and concave mirrors, which would lead to the invention of the illusion transmitter. She received a patent for the illusion transmitter in the 80s and it would go on to not only become a necessary tool for NASA still to this day but also a breakthrough for television and the creation of 3-D movies. Thomas continued to work for NASA until her retirement in 1995. Thomas has received a number of NASA awards, including the Goddard Space Flight Center Award of Merit and the NASA equal opportunity medal. She continues to mentor young students, thus inspiring the next generation of scientists. #KeepingBlackHistoryAlive Read more at thegrio.com: https://thegrio.com/2024/02/01/watch-... Connect with theGrio Subscribe:    / thegrio   Instagram:   / thegrio   Facebook:   / thegrio   Twitter:   / thegrio   Website: https://theGrio.com/