When history forgot them, she wrote them back in 💛
When history forgot them, she wrote them back in 💛
‚Why are they not on Wikipedia?’: Dr Jess Wade’s mission for recognition for unsung scientists
by Donna Ferguson
Despite some advances, men still dominate science but one academic is working hard to get women and peers of colour the recognition they deserve
Forces of Nature: The Women Who Changed Science by Anna Reser & Leila McNeill, 2021
From the ancient world to the present women have been critical to the progress of science, yet their importance is overlooked, their stories lost, distorted, or actively suppressed. Forces of Nature sets the record straight and charts the fascinating history of women’s discoveries in science.
For children:
Women In Science (DK Reader Level 3) by Jen Green, 2017
From Hypatia to Marie Curie, this book shines a spotlight on the inspiring women whose incredible scientific ideas changed the world. Covering women's scientific contributions, pioneers in the field, women in technology, engineers, and mathematical geniuses, DK Reader Women in Science introduces children to the names they need to know.
@anna_lillith thank you Jessica Wade! 👏 👏 👏
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Thank you, editors !
Merci les rédac' ❤️
In german Wikipedia 1598 would have been deleted
Its a rough guess, could be 1600 as well
Forces of Nature: The Women Who Changed Science by Anna Reser & Leila McNeill, 2021
From the ancient world to the present women have been critical to the progress of science, yet their importance is overlooked, their stories lost, distorted, or actively suppressed. Forces of Nature sets the record straight and charts the fascinating history of women’s discoveries in science.