Margot Lee Shetterly

Margot Lee Shetterly is an acclaimed American author and researcher best known for her New York Times bestselling book, "Hidden Figures." Published in 2016, the book uncovers the untold story of African-American female mathematicians who significantly contributed to NASA during the Space Race. Shetterly, born in Hampton, Virginia, is the daughter of a NASA research scientist, which instilled in her a lifelong passion for uncovering hidden histories. A graduate of the University of Virginia, Shetterly is also an advocate for gender and racial equality. Her groundbreaking work has inspired a major motion picture and opened dialogues about diversity in STEM fields.