Science 8: Start Here

"Introduces readers to an eclectic mix of women who have excelled in all areas of science, technology, engineering, and math. Some of the figures are less well known than others, but all are highly accomplished and inspirational in their fields. This book offers biographies of astronauts, naturalists, zoologists, and astronomers, among many others." --from EBSCO

Features groundbreaking women in chemistry, biology, mathematics, medicine, and many other scientific fields.

"Throughout recent centuries and perhaps never more so than today, brilliant and dedicated creative people of African heritage are helping to make our world better and safer with their inventions. From food refrigeration to high-tech electronics, from closed-circuit TV to 3-D glasses, from rocket science to computers, all these areas and more are part of the inspiring stories in this book, which awaits new chapters of inventions yet to come." --from EBSCO

"The great African-American chemist George Washington Carver changed how we see not only peanuts, but the opportunities for black people in science. Inspired by the work of Carver and other pioneers, black chemists from around the world have added to the world's knowledge in food science, medicine, thermodynamics, and more, as well as helped add elements to the periodic table. Inside, read about these discoveries and many more." --from EBSCO

"From rocket scientists to code breakers, discover the incredibly inspiring stories of more than 30 women who fought through the obstacles, shattered the stereotypes, and embraced their STEM passions." --from EBSCO

Series includes books on Grace Hopper, Marie Curie, Mae Carol Jemison, Jane Goodall, Rosalind Franklin, and Chien-Shiung Wu.

An online design project celebrating notable women in STEM.