International Handbook of World Great Women Scientists

Contents: Preface. 1. Women in science. 2. Career objectives of women scientists. 3. Women\'s scientific styles. 4. Women\'s scientific training. 5. Women changing science and technology. 6. Self-made woman. 7. Women\'s life-styles as career scientists. 8. Women scientists as role models and advisors. 9. Mobile woman scientist. 10. Careers of women scientists. 11. Women progress in science. Bibliography. Index.

"Women scientists from the past two centuries are profiled in this extensive book. Although the science is generally clear and understandable, the entry misleading account of the chromosomal content of sperm and eggs. Besides the biographies, there is a historical overview of women in science, plus essays on women as doctors, mathematicians, engineers, and inventors. Students will find here solid proof of women\'s scientific talents and contributions." (jacket)