Edda Moser, born on October 27, 1938, is a renowned German operatic soprano, celebrated for her exceptional interpretations of Mozart's music. Notably, her 1973 recital LP, Virtuose Arien von W.A. Mozart, received the prestigious Grand Prix du Disque. Moser's musical journey began at the Stern Conservatory under the guidance of Hermann Weißenborn and Gerty König. Her operatic debut took place as Kate Pinkerton in Madama Butterfly at the Deutsche Oper Berlin in 1962. Moser's talent led her to perform at renowned opera houses worldwide, including the Vienna State Opera, and the Metropolitan Opera, where she showcased her versatility by portraying various iconic roles. Post her illustrious opera career, Moser continued to captivate audiences as a recitalist and played a pivotal role in promoting the use of proper German language. Edda Moser's passion for music and dedication to her craft have left an indelible mark on the world of opera and vocal performance.

Edda L. Fields-Black, an African-American historian and associate professor of history at Carnegie Mellon University, is renowned for her extensive research on West African rice agriculture, societies, and the African diaspora. Raised in Miami, she draws on her upbringing with her Gullah-speaking paternal grandparents from South Carolina in her scholarly work. Fields-Black holds a BA in English and History from Emory University, as well as MA and PhD degrees from the University of Pennsylvania, where she focused on the anthropology of rice farmers in Guinea. Her research extends to the Gullah Geechee people, the Trans-Atlantic slave trade, and other aspects of African-American history. Notable for her publications including "Deep Roots: Rice Farmers in West Africa and the African Diaspora" and the co-edited volume "Rice: Global Networks and New Histories," Fields-Black continues to contribute significantly to the field of African diaspora studies. In her personal life, she is married to Samuel Black, who is the director of African-American programs at the Senator John Heinz History Center. Their joint appearance on NPR's Morning Edition reflects their shared passion for history and culture.

Edda Adler de Graschinsky, born on August 9, 1937, is a prominent Argentine chemist and biologist. She currently holds a senior research position at the National Scientific and Technical Research Council (CONICET) and the Institute of Pharmacological Research. Born in the town of Los Toldos, Argentina, Adler embarked on her academic journey in 1955 at the Faculty of Exact and Natural Sciences of the University of Buenos Aires, ultimately obtaining a degree in chemistry in 1960. Shortly after, she pursued her doctoral studies in chemistry, culminating in the completion of her thesis titled "Poder antibiótico de cepas de Streptomyces aisladas de muestras de tierra de la República Argentina" in 1964. Throughout her career, Adler has been deeply involved in researching the factors and mechanisms governing neurotransmitter release and the role of endocannabinoids in cardiovascular physiopathology. Notably, she assumed the role of Director at CONCICET from 1997 to 1998 and served as the executive director of the Institute of Pharmacological Research from 1991 to 2003. Adler's contributions have significantly advanced the understanding of neurobiology and cardiovascular health.