Vera Rubin was an American astronomer who pioneered research on galaxy rotation rates and provided the first unequivocal evidence for the existence of dark matter. She was also a mother of four children
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Biographies of female figures in STEMM typically focus on career success and less often discuss how these incredible women coped with the challenges of running a family, often on their own, while pursuing a career in a traditionally male-dominated field. We have re-written the biographies of amazing trailblazers in STEMM to highlight their role as mothers and to show how they succeeded in leaving their mark on science while also juggling family responsibilities. We hope these inspiring stories of determination, perseverance and passion for science will inspire and encourage mothers in science to pursue their career aspirations.
Vera Rubin was an American astronomer who pioneered research on galaxy rotation rates and provided the first unequivocal evidence for the existence of dark matter. She was also a mother of four children
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