Agnes Sime Baxter
Canadian mathematician and educator
Born
March 18th, 1870
155 years ago
Died
1917
108 years ago — 47 years old
Category
Scientists & Innovators
Country
Canada
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Contributed to mathematics education and research, particularly in areas of algebra and geometry. Served as the first female faculty member at the University of Alberta. Actively promoted women's participation in higher education. Published various papers and texts that advanced the understanding of mathematical concepts in her field.
First female faculty member at the University of Alberta
Published papers in algebra and geometry
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