Alice Ball

Description: (American Chemist Renowned for Developing the 'Ball Method')
Alice Ball was an American chemist best remembered for developing the Ball Method, which became the most effective treatment for leprosy in the early 20th century. She was the first African American and first woman to work as a chemistry professor at the University of Hawaii. Alice Ball's contributions to science were recognized several years after her death.

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Birthday July 24, 1892 (Leo)
Born In Seattle, Washington, United States
Died on December 31, 1916
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