Mae Jemison, an accomplished astronaut and physician, made history as the first African American woman in space. She was born on October 17, 1956, in Decatur, Alabama, and exhibited a strong determination to pursue her interests in science and technology from a young age. After earning a degree in chemical engineering from Stanford University, Jemison later obtained her M.D. from Cornell University. Her dedication to her education set the stage for a remarkable career...