DRIVING INNOVATION THROUGH DIVERSITY

In the 1960’s, NASA’s inclusion of the contributions of three brilliant African-American women (Katherine Johnson, Dorothy Vaughan, and Mary Jackson), in no small part, advanced the research and achievements of the United States' space program. Their extraordinary work did much to keep the nation competitive in the Space Race of the 20th century and it provides a compelling example of how diversity in science fuels innovation and discovery.

Argonne recognizes the power of diversity in driving innovation and highlights that principle in its core values and in its support of scientific advancement made by its African American scientists, including those early in their career. Argonne’s African American postdoctoral scholars are exploring new frontiers in computer science, physics, applied materials science, and other science disciplines.

Join three such scientists as they briefly highlight their work and how it is advancing science. A moderated conversation will follow on what laboratories and research institutions can do to enhance diversity and inclusion, and what opportunities lie ahead as this effort grows.