Marie curie was a remarkable woman whose discoveries revolutionized physics and chemistry and paved the way for advancements in engineering, biology, and medicine. She was the first woman to receive a doctorate in science in france, the first woman to win the nobel prize, the first person to win two nobel prizes, and the first nobel laureate whose contributions to chemistry were recognized.
Marie curie's accomplishments in the field of science were one of the most renowned scientists in history.
Inside you will read about...
Early life and loss
The flying university
Nobel prizes
Scandals
Curie's first world war efforts
The discovery that killed her
And much more!
In the picture of the conference participants, near none other than albert einstein, is an older scientist with a solemn face lined with wisdom, framed by the wispy, snow-white flyaways of her characteristic loose bun. Her thin lips are somewhat pursed in a scowl, and there is an aura of confidence radiating from her, the lone woman amidst a pack of exalted, intimidating men. Her shoulders are relaxed, her legs are crossed under her plain black cloak, and her felt bowler hat rests casually against her lap.