
SYMHC Classics: Mary Winston Jackson
Stuff You Missed in History Class
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The Critical Yet Overlooked Role of Women in Scientific Computing
This chapter delves into the significant contributions of women in computing during the early to mid-20th century, focusing on their work at institutions like the Harvard College Observatory and NACA. It highlights the achievements of figures like Annie Jump Cannon while addressing the systemic barriers and sexism they faced in a male-dominated field.
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