Weekend Ed. Quote ~ February 6 2026
“Challenges are opportunities in disguise.”
~ Dr. Gladys West, Mathematician & Pioneer in GPS technology
Dr. West provided significant contributions to mathematical modeling of the shape of the Earth and her work on the development of satellite geodesy models which were later incorporated into the Global Positioning System (GPS).[1]
Dr. West also participated in an award-winning study that proved the regularity of Pluto‘s motion relative to Neptune.
At age 70 years, Dr. West completed her Ph.D. in Public Administration through Distance Learning.
Dr. Gladys West – October 27, 1930 – January 17, 2026 (aged 95)
Read more about the work and innovations of Dr. Gladys West from the Library of Congress at this link: https://findingaids.loc.gov/repositories/19/resources/6417
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