<ul><li>Dr. Nancy Grace Roman, NASA's first Chief of Astronomy and namesake of the Nancy Grace Roman Telescope, would have celebrated her 100th birthday on May 16, 2025. She passed away on December 25, 2018, at the age of 93.</li><li>Before joining NASA in 1959, Dr. Roman was a prominent astronomer who published influential papers in the mid-20th century. She played a vital role in gaining support for space-based observatories and made significant contributions to the development of the Hubble Space Telescope.</li><li>Dr. Roman's work at NASA included establishing scientific ballooning and airborne science programs, initiating the Great Observatory program, and investing in technology like charge-coupled devices used in digital cameras today.</li><li>After retiring, Dr. Roman dedicated her time to mentoring students in underserved communities, aiming to inspire them to pursue careers in STEM fields and contribute to humanity's quest for knowledge.</li></ul>

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