Dr. Ayanna Howard: African American Roboticist & Artificial Intelligence Scientist

Dr. Ayanna Howard (1972 –) has some impressive credentials. She is a noted expert in the area of Artificial Intelligence. She is often referred to as an "old school Blerd" (Black Nerd). Her motivation to pursue a career in the sciences was fueled by watching TV shows such as, The Bionic Woman, Star Trek, and Wonder Woman" as a child. Howard has worked as a roboticist and Motorola Foundation Professor at Georgia Tech's Institute for Robotics and Intelligent Machines.