Top 8 Famous American Scientists 

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Marie Curie

Pioneer in radioactivity, two Nobel Prizes, public service advocate, and innovator in medical applications of radium and X-rays.

Source: nobelprize.org

Elizabeth Blackwell

Blackwell faced rejection but persevered in medical school. She revolutionized anatomy and Franklin contributed to DNA research and digital photography.

Source: wikimedia.org

Rachel Carson

Biologist and Silent Spring author, inspired EPA formation by exposing pesticide risks, despite industry opposition.

Source: wixstatic.com

Maria Goeppert Mayer

Despite limited opportunities for girls, became a renowned physicist, made significant contributions in nuclear physics, and won a Nobel Prize in 1963.

Source: bliqphotonics.com

Mathilde Krim

Multireligious biologist, AIDS advocate, space pioneer. Founded amfAR, advanced women in tech. Passed in 2019 at 84.

Source: statnews.com

Jane Goodall

Observe wild animals. Her tenacity led to chimp discoveries, improved care, and eco initiatives. UN Messenger of Peace in 2022.

Source: amacad.org

Mae C. Jemison

First African-American female astronaut, founded tech firm, leads 100 Year Starship project, multilingual, advocates for diversity in science.

Source: airandspace.si.edu

Sally Ride

America's first woman in space, made history in 1983. Later, she pursued physics research and encouraged future scientists.

Source: static01.nyt.com

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