Born: 19 August 1947, United States
Died: NA
Country most active: United States
Also known as: Mary Temple Grandin
The following bio was written by Emma Rosen, author of On This Day She Made History: 366 Days With Women Who Shaped the World and This Day In Human Ingenuity & Discovery: 366 Days of Scientific Milestones with Women in the Spotlight, and has been republished with permission.
Mary Temple Grandin is an accomplished American scholar and expert in animal behavior. She is well-known for her advocacy of humane livestock treatment during slaughter and has authored over 60 scientific papers on animal behavior. In the livestock industry, Grandin serves as a valuable consultant, offering insights into animal behavior, and she also acts as an autism spokesperson.
Grandin is a pioneering figure, among the first individuals on the autism spectrum to share insights drawn from personal experience. She holds a faculty position in the Animal Sciences Department of Colorado State University’s College of Agricultural Sciences.
In 2010, Grandin earned a place in the “Heroes” category of Time 100, an annual compilation of the world’s most influential people. Her life story was brought to the screen in the Emmy- and Golden Globe-winning biographical film “Temple Grandin.” Throughout her journey, she has consistently advocated for autism rights and the principles of neurodiversity.