women in science

"Tells the stories of the brilliant, brainy, and totally rad women in history who broke barriers as scientists, engineers, mathematicians, adventurers, and inventors. Plus, interviews with real-life women in STEM careers, an extensive bibliography, and a guide to women-centric science and technology organizations--all to show the many ways the geeky girls of today can help to build the future."--Provided by publisher..

This biographical text looks at the lives of some of the most interesting women who've been to space.

This text offers a biographical treatment of such important scientists as Marie Curie, Rachel Carson, and Jane Goodall, as well as others who have made it possible for women of the future to have a career in science.

Profiles seventeen women of science and medicine and features anecdotes, quotations, illustrations, and timelines.

Two-time Nobel Prize winner Marie Curie did more to promote women in science than perhaps any other person. She met Pierre, a brilliant scientist, by chance. After they were married, they worked side by side, leading to the discoveries of polonium and radium as well as many other crucial scientific finds.

Through narrative stories, explores female scientists who have made major contributions in science and culture.

Explores the emotional, intellectual, and professional experiences of women in the scientific world.

Presents a collection of twenty-four essays written by a number of women in the science and technology field who discuss their various encounters with sexist discrimination.

The contributions of women in the sciences has been long overlooked. Many female scientists made contributions to shape the early general scientific picture, but were overlooked due to stereotypes imposed on women. Scientists include (among over 100 covered) Mary Anning, Rachel Carson, Cleopatra, Marie Curie, Maria Montessori, Dorothy Hodgkin.

Introduces girls to the many career opportunities available in the sciences, math, and technology; features personal stories from girls and women who have distinguished themselves in the field; contains time lines of exceptional women, inspirational quotations, and sample journaling entries; and includes resources for further exploration.