Ruth Ella Moore
American bacteriologist (1903-1994) · United States · On the map · Scientists · Died at 91
Ruth Ella Moore was an American bacteriologist and microbiologist, who, in 1933, became the first African-American woman to be awarded a Ph.D. in a natural science. She was a professor of bacteriology at Howard University.
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A decade later, she was installed as the head of the department of bacteriology, which she renamed to the department of microbiology. During that period she was promoted to associate professor of microbiology.
Country
United States
Category
Scientists
Type
Scientist
Status
Deceased
Dates
Lived 1903 to 1994 · aged 91
