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Breaking barriers, shattering stereotypes, and radiating brilliance in the world of science. In occasion of today’s International day of women in science I would like to highlight the shining example of female excellence in the field: Marie Curie Sklodowska. Currently I’m finishing the reading of her biography and is… impressive (Actually, in case of this book, I didn’t read it, I devoured it.) Below a couple of interesting facts about Marie Curie: ·      Marie Curie was the first person to win two Nobel Prizes ·      Marie Curie added two elements to the Periodic Table:     Polonium: was a nod to her home country, Poland. Radium: the former element was named for the Latin word for ray  ·      Marie Curie did her most important work in a shed. ·      Marie Curie was the first female professor at Sorbonne University. ·      Marie Curie developed a portable X-ray to treat soldiers. ·      Marie Curie founded centers for medical research. ·      Marie Curie’s notebooks are still radioactive      "Radium is not to enrich any one. It is an element; it is for all people." #science#women-power#book#inspiration#modesty#

LET’S TALK SCIENCE – Celebrating Marie Curie's Trailblazing Legacy ✨🔬 Season 2: Women in biological science 💡 Let’s start season 2 and reflect on the remarkable women who have shaped the world of science. Today we pay homage to the indomitable Marie Curie who had a significant (indirect) impact on biological science, even though her primary focus was on physics and chemistry. 🏆 Marie Curie made history as the FIRST woman to receive a Nobel Prize, not once but TWICE, in 1903 for Physics and in 1911 for Chemistry. Her groundbreaking work on radioactivity revolutionized our understanding of the atomic world, laying the foundation for countless scientific advancements – as you will see in the next weeks when we discover the impact of other women in biological science. Her research on ionizing radiation paved the way for radiation therapy in cancer treatment, radiometric dating of fossils, and radiotracer imaging for visualizing biochemical processes within the body. Curie's work not only advanced our understanding of DNA damage but also inspired countless women to pursue careers in science.   🌱 Her legacy lives on in the countless women who have followed in her footsteps, breaking down barriers and making profound contributions to biological science and beyond. Today, let's celebrate Marie Curie's enduring impact and honor her as a trailblazer for all. Do you also know remarkable women in science that we should feature? Let us know! Drop a comment below. We're excited to hear from you. #MarieCurie #WomenInScience #NobelPrize #BiologicalScience #Inspiration #SciencePioneer

🤔 Do you know the prestigious German scientist, Ralph Adolphs? He is the President of the Jury of the #BIALAwardinBiomedicine 2023, whose members are currently analyzing the nominations received to choose the most outstanding work published in the broad biomedical field in the last 10 years. 🔎 Find out more about his academic career and learn about the scientist who has a Lab at Caltech with his name, dedicated to the study of human emotion and social cognition 👉 bit.ly/BF_RalphAdolphs #FundaçãoBIAL #BIALFoundation #BIALaward #Biomedicine

“We spend more time indoors, than many whales spend underwater, and like these underwater mammals, our surroundings alter the biological shape of our brains, and the physiology of our bodies. I believe we need to imagine a new path forward, where placemaking is - fundamentally conceived - as a health generating system, which at its roots, is an accelerant for psychological, physical and biological health; one which causes health.” Tye Farrow was a panelist, at the Intentional Spaces Summit, led by The International Arts + Mind Lab for Applied Neuroaesthetics (IAM Lab), Johns Hopkins University, at their Pennsylvania Avenue campus, Washington DC, in collaboration with the Academy of Neuroscience for Architecture. The Summit laid the foundation for the broader ‘Intentional Spaces Initiative’: a collective effort to bridge gaps between the sciences and the arts — expanding the foundation for collaboration among scientific researchers, technologists, social scientists, and design practitioners. In January 2024, the Lab will circulate a first draft of a document reflecting the visions, goals, opportunities, challenges, and communications strategies shared at the Summit, with the aim of developing a field-building framework. More at: https://lnkd.in/ejkZFbpG https://lnkd.in/eFpn83U2 https://farrowpartners.ca #causehealth #enrichedenvironments #architecture #neuroscience

The Civic Science Career Roadmap includes resources to help navigate civic science career pathways and ideas to support professional development. Dana staff spotlight careers in neuroscience and society on pp. 28-31. #civicsciencefellows #careerdevelopment #civicscience #neurosociety

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Nothing in life is to be feared; it is only to be understood. Now is the time to understand more, so that we may fear less - Marie Curie ⚛️ Marie Curie was a pioneering physicist and chemist who conducted groundbreaking research on radioactivity. Born in Warsaw, Poland, on November 7, 1867, and moved to Paris to study at the Sorbonne. Alongside her husband, Pierre Curie, she discovered the elements polonium and radium. They coined the term “radioactivity” to describe the phenomena they were studying. ⚛️ Marie Curie was the first woman to win a Nobel Prize and remains the only person to have won Nobel Prizes in two different scientific fields. She won the Nobel Prize in Physics in 1903 (shared with Pierre Curie and Henri Becquerel) and the Nobel Prize in Chemistry in 1911 for her work on radium and polonium. Her work laid the foundation for modern physics and medicine. ⚛️ Marie Curie’s research led to the development of X-ray machines and advanced the treatment of cancer through radiotherapy. During World War I, she developed mobile radiography units to assist in medical care for wounded soldiers. Her dedication to science and her numerous contributions have left a lasting impact on the fields of physics, chemistry, and medicine. Marie Curie passed away on July 4, 1934, from aplastic anemia, a condition believed to be caused by prolonged exposure to high levels of radiation during her research. ⚛️ Curie is the only woman in history to win Nobel Prizes in two different sciences, and she accomplished this during a time when women’s contributions were often overlooked or undervalued – Brian Greene ⚛️ Artwork from Google ⚛️ #newseries #thejarofthoughts #mariecurie #dedication #passion #science #physics #chemistry #medicine #radioactive #marishasblog

Meet #ARCBITA Postdoctoral Research Fellow, Dr Steve Bickley! We caught up with Steve and asked for his valuable insights for PhD researchers and he delivered! Here’s the first instalment. Have you successfully navigated the journey of a PhD?🚀Drop your tips for our current researchers in the comments below!👇 #phdchat #phdresearch #phdjourney #researchcommunity #phdsupport #phdlife #phd