This book provides an intimate look into the lives and careers of five groundbreaking women in solid-state physics: Mildred Dresselhaus, Elsa Garmire, Myriam Sarachik, Gertrude Neumark, and Esther Conwell. Supplemented with material gained through candid interviews, the book reveals the personal and professional challenges they faced in a male-dominated field, from battling gender stereotypes to achieving recognition for their groundbreaking contributions. Their stories illuminate the perseverance, resilience, and passion that propelled them to the forefront of their field. By sharing these narratives, this book aims to inspire future generations of scientists and promote a deeper understanding of the importance of diversity and inclusion in STEM. Whether you're a student, educator, or simply curious about the experiences of women in science, this book offers valuable insights and a celebration of extraordinary achievements.
| ISBN: | 9783032181121 |
| Publication date: | 6th June 2026 |
| Author: | Jill S Tietjen, Mehmet C Ozturk |
| Publisher: | Springer an imprint of Springer Nature Switzerland |
| Format: | Hardback |
| Pagination: | 249 pages |
| Series: | Women in Engineering and Science |
| Genres: |
Condensed matter physics (liquid state and solid state physics) Gender studies, gender groups Social and cultural history Mathematical physics |
This book provides an intimate look into the lives and careers of five groundbreaking women in solid-state physics: Mildred Dresselhaus, Elsa Garmire, Myriam Sarachik, Gertrude Neumark, and Esther Conwell. Supplemented with material gained through candid interviews, the book reveals the personal and professional challenges they faced in a male-dominated field, from battling gender stereotypes to achieving recognition for their groundbreaking contributions. Their stories illuminate the perseverance, resilience, and passion that propelled them to the forefront of their field. By sharing these narratives, this book aims to inspire future generations of scientists and promote a deeper understanding of the importance of diversity and inclusion in STEM. Whether you're a student, educator, or simply curious about the experiences of women in science, this book offers valuable insights and a celebration of extraordinary achievements.
Pioneering Women of Solid-State Physics features in the following genres: Condensed matter physics (liquid state and solid state physics), Gender studies, gender groups, Social and cultural history, Mathematical physics
Pioneering Women of Solid-State Physics is available in Hardback
Pioneering Women of Solid-State Physics was written by Jill S Tietjen, Mehmet C Ozturk and published by Springer an imprint of Springer Nature Switzerland
Pioneering Women of Solid-State Physics has 249 pages
Yes it is part of Women in Engineering and Science series
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