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NASA recently launched a space supply ship, named after a former black NASA mathematician who played a key role in the mission. Name the pioneering scientist?
A)
Mary Jackson
B)
Joylette Goble
C)
Katherine Johnson
D)
Dorothy Vaughan

Correct Answer :   Katherine Johnson


The Cygnus NG-15 cargo ship dubbed as 'S.S. Katherine Johnson' has been named in honour of Katherine Johnson, a Black NASA mathematician, who played critical role in the success of the first U.S. crewed spaceflight.

Published On : February 25, 2021
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