
Lisa Cook on Racism, Patents, and Black Entrepreneurship
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Uncovering Hidden Narratives of Black Innovation
This chapter explores the relationship between innovation and socio-political climates, particularly focusing on the struggles of scientists in the Soviet regime. It also examines the challenges faced in recognizing African-American inventors from historical patent data, highlighting the need for thorough research methodologies to reveal overlooked narratives of Black entrepreneurship.
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