The HER Thesis — Dashboard
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Physics Pioneers

Revolutionizing our understanding of matter and energy

Scientists:Marie Curie, Lise Meitner, Chien-Shiung Wu
Discoveries:Radioactivity, Nuclear fission, Parity violation
3 Scientists Nobel snubs
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Biology Revolutionaries

Uncovering the secrets of life itself

Scientists:Rosalind Franklin, Barbara McClintock
Breakthroughs:DNA structure, Jumping genes
2 Scientists DNA & genetics
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Chemistry Masters

Revealing molecular architecture

Scientists:Dorothy Hodgkin
Techniques:X-ray crystallography
1 Scientist Nobel winner
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Astronomy Trailblazers

Mapping the cosmos and reaching for the stars

Scientists:Cecilia Payne
Achievements:Stellar composition
1 Scientist Pre-1950
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Interactive Timeline

Journey through forgotten brilliance

Period:1867-1950
Format:Chronological exploration
7 Scientists Pre-1950 Only

About The HER Thesis

An interactive exploration of seven remarkable women scientists whose contributions fundamentally changed our understanding of physics, chemistry, biology, and astronomy before 1950. Their stories deserve recognition in the annals of scientific history.

STEMposium 2025

Created for STEMposium 2025 at IISc Bangalore under the theme "History of Science (Mid-20th Century & Before)." This project highlights the hidden figures who shaped modern science through their groundbreaking pre-1950 discoveries.

Our Mission

To honor and illuminate the forgotten contributions of women in science before 1950, inspire future generations, and ensure their brilliant discoveries are never again relegated to footnotes in history.