American Women in Technology
An Encyclopedia
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Publication
2000-06-01 - ABC-Clio Inc
Language
English
Word Count
105,000 words, Guess
Page Count
420 pages
Physical Format
Library Binding
Identifiers
- Open LibraryOL12237420M
- ISBN-139781576070727
- ISBN-101576070727
- OCLC Control Number43370199
- OCLC Control Numberamericanwomenint0000zier
and 3 more
- Library of Congress Control Number00021997
- LibraryThing5592578
- Goodreads1549863
Classifications
- LCCT36 .Z54 2000
Description
"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.
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