Highlighting the achievements of ten groundbreaking women in science, this book showcases figures like Marie Curie, Chien-Shiung Wu, and Virginia Apgar, M.D. It explores their significant contributions across various fields, including astronomy, physics, chemistry, medicine, and biology, emphasizing their resilience and impact on the scientific community and society at large. Through their stories, readers gain insight into the challenges these women faced and the legacies they created, inspiring future generations of scientists.
Rhodri Evans Books
Dr. Rhodri Evans's research primarily explores extra-galactic astronomy and star formation. For sixteen years, he has been deeply involved in airborne astronomy, contributing to the development of instruments for observatories like SOFIA. His work also delves into cosmology, and he is a dedicated science communicator, frequently appearing on television, radio, and public lectures to share his insights.


The intriguing lives and key works of the ten physicists who most profoundly transformed our understanding of the physical world in which we live.