Claytor, William Waldron Schieffelin
1908-1967 · Contribution: 1933-1965
Mathematics
Third African American to earn a PhD in mathematics; first African American to publish original mathematics research in an accredited journal; personally mentored Katherine Johnson toward her career as a research mathematician
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Quick facts
- Born
- 1908-1967
- Active since
- 1933-1965
- Category
- Mathematics
Impact on the world
Claytor produced topology research of the highest caliber against enormous barriers, and his mentorship helped launch Katherine Johnson toward her NASA career.
Sources
- MacTutor History of Mathematics (University of St Andrews)
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