An American physicist and the first African-American woman to earn a doctorate from MIT, Shirley Ann Jackson has made substantial contributions to scientific research in theoretical physics, solid state, and quantum physics. Her pioneering research at Bell Labs facilitated developments in telecommunications, including the technology behind caller ID and call waiting. Jackson's work has significantly impacted the way we communicate today.
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