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