women scientists

Her beauty almost certainly saved her from the rising Nazi party and led to marriage with an Austrian arms dealer. Underestimated in everything else, she overheard the Third Reich's plans while at her husband's side, understanding more than anyone would guess.

Provides a biography of software engineer and scientist Margaret Hamilton. Discusses her childhood, education, and passion for space. Includes color photographs, a timeline, a glossary, and further resources.

Briefly examines the life of astronaut Ellen Ochoa, who was a young girl when the first astronauts walked on the Moon, and the obstacles she had to overcome to become the first female Hispanic American astronaut.

Women have made more significant and important contributions to science than most people realize. Profiled in this book are six admirable women scientists and inventors: Lise Meitner, Pearl Kendrick, Virginia Apgar, Jane Goodall, Shirley Ann Jackson, and Rosalind W. Picard.

Profiles the life and career of climate scientist Inez Fung, and chronicles her childhood in Hong Kong, education and study in America, and her work on weather patterns.

"What if tornadoes could be stopped or slowed down? In this [book], scientist Robin Tanamachi and her team are trying to come up with a way to predict tornadoes with even greater accuracy, and save countless lives across America's heartland"--Provided by publisher.

Through engaging main text filled with quotes from prominent figures, readers understand how black women who pursued careers in science and math helped shape the history of the world and continue to shape its future.

"Tells the true stories of women creators and thinkers from around the world"--Back cover.

Various scientists whose scientific achievements are described in rhyme.

Women scientists from approximately the 16th through 20th centuries; presented by subject groups.