American Women in Technology
An Encyclopedia
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"From the invention of the computer chip to the development of life-saving drugs, American Women in Technology tells the fascinating story of women's contributions to numerous fields, including aerospace, engineering, information technology, telecommunications, and medical technology.".
"Nearly 340 entries focus on technological events that opened scientific areas to women, biographies of women who made important contributions to technology, organizations that aided women to enter specialties ranging from astrophysics and aerospace to telecommunications and textiles, and historical milestones in women's participation in technology.
An appendix lists inductees to the National Women's Hall of Fame and winners of the Nobel Prize, the Garvan Medal, and the Society of Women Engineers annual award. A bibliography, illustrations, and a comprehensive index round out this dynamic encyclopedia."--BOOK JACKET.
"Nearly 340 entries focus on technological events that opened scientific areas to women, biographies of women who made important contributions to technology, organizations that aided women to enter specialties ranging from astrophysics and aerospace to telecommunications and textiles, and historical milestones in women's participation in technology.
An appendix lists inductees to the National Women's Hall of Fame and winners of the Nobel Prize, the Garvan Medal, and the Society of Women Engineers annual award. A bibliography, illustrations, and a comprehensive index round out this dynamic encyclopedia."--BOOK JACKET.
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