Women Scientists

Woman chemist holding a molecular model

American chemist Joyce Jacobson Kaufman (b. 1929), shown holding a molecular model. She is noted for carrying out the first all-valence-electron, three-dimensional quantum-chemical calculations, and for research on the clinical effects of tranquilizers and narcotic drugs. Smithsonian Institution Archives, Accession 90-105, Science Service Records, Image No. SIA2008-4572

 

Ruby Hirose sits at a lab station. She wears a white lab coat and holds a pipette.
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Ruby Hirose
This postcard shows a woman sitting on the observing chair in front of a large refracting telescope
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Maria Mitchell
Colorful illustration of a diverse group of girls
Girls and Women in STEM

Inspire STEM experts of tomorrow. Lessons and activities. Grades K to 12. (5 minutes to 1 hour)

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Girl wearing a hijab sits in a classroom and holds up a beaker while smiling
Teacher Tips: Encouraging Girls and Women In STEM
Techniques for fostering an inclusive environment. Teacher training. Grades K to 8. (4 minutes)

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Nucharin Songsasen smiles while sitting in a lab, wearing a lab coat
Stories of Women in Biotechnology
Wynne Sharples Ballinger sits at her desk, which is covered in documents. She holds a pen. She stares straight at the camera and does not smile.
Wynne Sharples Ballinger
Smithsonian Institution Archives

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Sophie Lutterlough
Sophie Lutterlough: Insect Expert

Smithsonian Institution Archives

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Photo of Arlene Frances Fung.
Arlene Frances Fung
Smithsonian Institution Archives

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Roxie Laybourne and Carla Dove with Black Vulture.
Roxie Laybourne: Feather Detective
Smithsonian Collections

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woman holding a baby giant panda.
Women in Science
Smithsonian Collections

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Dr. Patricia Cowings looks at the camera. Behind her a person is undergoing training.
Six Women Whose Innovations Changed Science and Engineering
April 7, 2022
Sally Ride headshot with American flag and a model of a space ship behind her. The photo is signed: Reach for the stars! Sally Ride
First Woman Astronaut Dr. Sally Ride Honored on U.S. Quarter
March 20, 2022