Super Women In Science

Presents the lives and accomplishments of noted women scientists from ancient Alexandria to outer space, including leading figures in paleontology, physics, ecology, and the study of DNA and orangutans, and details some of the difficulties they had to overcome.

Despite innumerable obstacles, women have been making crucial discoveries and contributions to science throughout history. This illuminating book shines a light on women physicists and engineers, their accomplishments and the hurdles they overcame. Mini bio and feature boxes offer fast and fascinating facts. Quotes from each featured scientist and their contemporaries inspire readers to explore STEM on their own, while charming illustrations and photographs immerse even reluctant readers. An information-rich timeline overviews the progress of women in physics and engineering, and a gallery spread introduces readers to even more ingenious women in STEM. Full of key scientific discoveries and inspiration, this unique combination of history and science will be perfect in any library and classroom.

Super Cool Scientists #2 is a story and coloring book that celebrates women in science. It highlights amazing women from across the country doing important work in astronomy, marine science, cybersecurity, and more. They are leaders in their fields and also in education, art, business, and mentoring other young people to pursue careers in STEM. Join us in celebrating women in STEM - recognizing the people who do this work every day and also inspiring the next generation of scientists. Super Cool Scientists #2 is the second in the Super Cool Scientists series. Check out the original too!

History is rich with the incredible accomplishments of women in STEM fields, but their stories often go untold. This innovative series shines a spotlight on remarkable women pioneers throughout history, from the ancient mathematician Hypatia of Alexandria to contemporary figures such as Sally Ride, the first American woman in space. Each book features six inspiring biographies of real-life superwomen in science, focusing on the challenges they overcame and how their work has shaped the world. Quotes from the scientists themselves and their contemporaries will resonate with readers, while playful illustrations and photographs emphasize key concepts. Feature boxes highlight each scientist's major discoveries. A gallery spread introduces readers to further accomplishments of additional famous women scientists who are not covered in the main text. Timelines mark the impressive progress of women in STEM, and a "Science Now" spread shows readers what women in science are working on today. A fascinating combination of history and STEM, this immersive series will be an essential addition to any library.

From ancient times to the present day, scientifically inclined women in many cultures have had to battle against the traditional belief that men are more cognitively adept than women. At times throughout history, women were persecuted for their attempts to break down traditional gender barriers. Today, women scientists and mathematicians must continue to defend the quality of their work and demand the respect they deserve in the mathematical and scientific communities.A to Z of Women in Science and Math, Revised Edition profiles 195 women who fought against these stereotypes throughout history and all over the world to forge new discoveries and theories that would eventually change the way we view science. This thoroughly revised book updates the story of each individual to the present day and features 38 new profiles. Among the profiles included are those of chemists, astronomers, geologists, environmental scientists, and a range of other professions and careers. In addition, new photographs have been added, and the bibliography has been updated. Subject indexes allow the reader to search by such professions as microbiology and paleontology.Additional subject indexes organize individuals by country of birth, country of major scientific activity, and year of birth.

Discusses the progress women have made in chemistry.

Winner of the 2017 Eisner Award in the Best Academic/Scholarly Work category 2017 Prose Awards Honorable Mention, Media & Cultural Studies Over the last 75 years, superheroes have been portrayed most often as male, heterosexual, white, and able-bodied. Today, a time when many of these characters are billion-dollar global commodities, there are more female superheroes, more queer superheroes, more superheroes of color, and more disabled superheroes--but not many more. Superwomen investigates how and why female superhero characters have become more numerous but are still not-at-all close to parity with their male counterparts; how and why they have become a flashpoint for struggles over gender, sexuality, race, and disability; what has changed over time and why in terms of how these characters have been written, drawn, marketed, purchased, read, and reacted to; and how and why representations of superheroes matter, particularly to historically underrepresented and stereotyped groups. Specifically, the book explores the production, representations, and receptions of prominent transmedia female superheroes from their creation to the present: Wonder Woman; Batgirl and Oracle; Ms. Marvel and Captain Marvel; Buffy the Vampire Slayer; Star Wars' Padmé Amidala, Leia Organa, Jaina Solo, and Rey; and X-Men's Jean Grey, Storm, Kitty Pryde, Rogue, and Mystique. It analyzes their changing portrayals in comics, novels, television shows, and films, as well as how cultural narratives of gender have been negotiated through female superheroes by creators, consumers, and parent companies over the last several decades.

History is rich with the incredible accomplishments of women in STEM fields, but their stories often go untold. This innovative series shines a spotlight on remarkable women pioneers throughout history, from the ancient mathematician Hypatia of Alexandria to contemporary figures such as Sally Ride, the first American woman in space. Each book features six inspiring biographies of real-life superwomen in science, focusing on the challenges they overcame and how their work has shaped the world. Quotes from the scientists themselves and their contemporaries will resonate with readers, while playful illustrations and photographs emphasize key concepts. Feature boxes highlight each scientist's major discoveries. A gallery spread introduces readers to further accomplishments of additional famous women scientists who are not covered in the main text. Timelines mark the impressive progress of women in STEM, and a "Science Now" spread shows readers what women in science are working on today. A fascinating combination of history and STEM, this immersive series will be an essential addition to any library.