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Pioneering Computer Scientist Margaret Hamilton Dies at 90
- Margaret Hamilton, a pioneering computer scientist, died on Sept. 30 at age 90.
- She played a critical role in the Apollo moon landings, contributing significantly to the software development.
- Hamilton's work was essential in ensuring the success of the Apollo missions, which tested the boundaries of technology and human achievement.
- Despite her significant contributions, the NASA space program in the 1960s was predominantly male and white.
- Hamilton's legacy continues to inspire future generations of scientists and engineers.