Margaret Hamilton, scientist who worked on NASA’s Apollo program, dead at 90
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American scientist Margaret Hamilton, who led the development of the computer system used by NASA's Apollo lunar program, has died at the age of 90. Her former employer, the Massachusetts Institute of Technology, announced her death in a statement on Wednesday.
During her career, Hamilton made significant contributions to space exploration through her pioneering software work on the Apollo missions. In recognition of her achievements, she was awarded the Presidential Medal of Freedom by former president Barack Obama in 2016.
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The Citizen (South Africa, national/regional) (ZA)Focuses on her leadership in NASA's Apollo computer system development and MIT statement.
Toronto Sun (Toronto, Canada) (CA)Highlights her receiving the Presidential Medal of Freedom from Barack Obama.
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