![Paramecium sp. Roger Arliner Young (1889-1964), the first Black woman to obtain a Ph.D. in zoology, made discoveries about the structures within paramecium that control salt concentration that eclipsed those of more established scientists. (Anatoly Mikhaltsov / Wikimedia)](/sites/g/files/dgvnsk4306/files/styles/sf_landscape_16x9/public/media/images/1_5.jpg?h=c673cd1c&itok=aN3VaAGP)
From the Dean: at the Close of Black History Month
Looking back on the accomplishments of notable Black scientists
As Black History Month draws to a close, we celebrate and reflect on the many outstanding achievements and contributions Black Americans have made to our state, our nation and to the world at large.