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27-year-old is the first Black woman to earn PhD in Nuclear Engineering at top US University
In an inspiring tale of resilience, determination, and groundbreaking achievement, Charlyne Smith, a 27-year-old Jamaican-born scientist, has made history by becoming the first Black person to earn a PhD in Nuclear Engineering from the University of Florida. This remarkable feat not only solidifies her place in the annals of academia but also opens doors for…