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Sisters of Prometheus : From the New Woman to Nobelity in Chemistry / by João Paulo André.
Springer eBooks EBA - Springer Chemistry and Material Science Collection 2024 Available online
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- Book
- Author/Creator:
- André, João Paulo, author.
- Mindermann, Thomas, author.
- Language:
- English
- Subjects (All):
- Chemistry--History.
- Chemistry.
- Science--History.
- Science.
- Science--Study and teaching.
- Sex.
- History of Chemistry.
- History of Science.
- Science Education.
- Gender Studies.
- Local Subjects:
- History of Chemistry.
- History of Science.
- Science Education.
- Gender Studies.
- Physical Description:
- 1 online resource (308 pages)
- Edition:
- 1st ed. 2024.
- Place of Publication:
- Cham : Springer Nature Switzerland : Imprint: Springer, 2024.
- Summary:
- This comprehensive book portrays the long-overdue recognition of women's work in chemistry, which only materialized with their late access to universities. Besides describing their scientific triumphs, it unveils the human side of the characters involved, providing an intimate perspective, often supported by extracts from their correspondence. By delving into their personal stories, struggles, and successes, this book brings these women to life. Written with simplicity and rigor, it aims to inspire and educate readers of all backgrounds about the extraordinary scientific achievements of these trailblazing women.
- Contents:
- Masters and Apprentices
- Housewives and Scientists
- Pioneers and Inspirers
- Colleagues and Assistants
- Wives and Partners
- Nobel Laureate and Nobelizable.
- Notes:
- Includes bibliographical references and index.
- ISBN:
- 9783031571244
- 303157124X
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