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Famous Scientists

Famous Scientists: Maria Sklodowska Curie

For Students 9th - 10th
Read about the life and scientific work of Marie Curie, possibly the most famous female scientist in history. In addition to providing biographical information, this page includes details on her scientific discoveries and her influence...
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American Chemical Society

Acs: Alice Hamilton and the Development of Occupational Medicine

For Students 9th - 10th
Profile of Alice Hamilton (1869-1970), a pioneer in the field of occupational health. Includes a 4-page downloadable booklet of the material.
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American Chemical Society

American Chemical Society: Achievements of Women Scientists in American History

For Students 9th - 10th
A collection of profiles of American women who have made significant contributions to science.
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Energy for Sustainable Development

Esd Bulgaria: Kids & Energy: Energy Pioneers: Gertrude Elion (1918 1999)

For Students 9th - 10th
A profile of Gertrude Belle Elion, an American biochemist and pharmacologist and a Nobel Prize winner. She struggled to find her place in the male-dominated scientific world, and went on to become the first woman to be inducted into the...
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Planet Science: Out There: Marie Curie

For Students 9th - 10th
Get to know one of the most famous women in science, Marie Curie. Learn more about her exciting discoveries and the perseverance it took for her to get there.
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Other

Chemical Heritage Foundation: Marie Sklodowska Curie

For Students 9th - 10th
A brief overview of the work of Marie Curie. The overview includes some pictures and mentions the work of her daughter, Irene.
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Purdue University

Spotlight Scientist: Inge Lehmann

For Students 9th - 10th
Inge Lehmann ,(1888-1993) the female scientist, life and accomplishments are described on this site.
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University of California

Ucla: Discoverer of the Earth's Inner Core

For Students 9th - 10th
Described on this site is Inge Lehmann (1888-1993 CE), the female scientist, studied seismic waves generated by deep focus earthquakes, discovered that the earth had an inner core.
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My Hero Project

My Hero: Rachel Carson

For Students 9th - 10th
This site explores Rachel Carson's (1907-1964 ) heroic activities in the field of science. Content focuses on her role to save plants, animals, and people from the effects of DDT.
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Mocomi & Anibrain Digital Technologies

Mocomi: Marie Curie Biography

For Students 2nd - 8th
Interesting biographical information, research and discoveries, and famous quotes about Marie Curie, the most famous female scientist of all time.