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Muriel E. Poston (1950- )

Muriel E. Poston is an accomplished botanist and dedicated educator working to increase underrepresented populations in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM). Her extensive science career crosses many universities and institutions, including Howard University, and the National Science Foundation. Her expertise in botany lies in the flora of Central and South America, specifically Panama, Nicaragua, and Ecuador with … Read MoreMuriel E. Poston (1950- )

Jesse Jarue Mark, Sr. (1905-1971)

In 1935, Dr. Jesse Jarue Mark, Sr. was one of the first African Americans to earn a Ph.D. in botany in the United States. His work focused on the science of crop resilience and productivity, specifically on how temperature and climate affect alfalfa production. Mark … Read MoreJesse Jarue Mark, Sr. (1905-1971)

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Muriel E. Poston (1950- )

Jesse Jarue Mark, Sr. (1905-1971)