FactoidLong History of Women in Science
The earliest mention of a woman in science was in 2700 BCA, Merit-Ptah, an ancient Egyptian physician. The Greeks had women practicing medicine as early as 1194 BCE.
Women Are Underrepresented as Recipients of Many Prestigious Awards
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The ‘Accidental Activist’ Who Changed The Face Of Mathematics
Not only has Lenore Blum's 60-year career in mathematics and computer science been influential, but so has her advocacy for women, including a leading role in establishing the Association for Women in Mathematics.» Link to the original article