Biographies of African American Mathematicians

African American Mathematicians

There are many African American mathematicians who are celebrated for their work in the field as well as their dedication to teaching others. Not surprisingly, tenacity and persistence are two characteristics found in many of these distinguished mathematicians. Many of these individuals share both an intellectual curiosity and a desire to continually learn more about their field of study.

Benjamin Banneker

Augustin Banyaga

David Blackwell

Edward Alexander Bouchet

Elbert Frank Cox

Etta Zuber Falconer

Evelyn Boyd Granville

Kelly Miller

Charles Reason

Clarence F. Stephens

J. Ernest Wilkins Jr.