Biography on paul l downing

Black History month brings awareness to many notable and influential black people of the past. While African Americans are widely credited in excelling in music and sports, what many people are unaware of is the monumental impact they’ve had on modern-day technology and medical practices.

Here is a list of some of the most influential African-American inventors in history.

Henry Sampson

Created: Cellular phone

When: July 6, 1971

Henry Sampson Jr.

received his master’s in engineering from the University of California and was the first African American to receive a Ph.D.

Biography on paul l downing

in nuclear engineering. Without Sampson’s ingenious creation, technology wouldn’t be where it is today.

Fredrick M. Jones

Created: Portable air cooling unit

When: July 12, 1949

Patenting more than 60 inventions, Fredrick M.

Jones is best known for his invention of the portable air cooling unit. These units were used mainly in trucks for carrying perishable foods long distances. Eventually,