Beatrice Hicks
Engineer and pioneer in telecommunications
Engineer and pioneer in telecommunications
1979
47 years ago — 60 years old
Scientists & Innovators
United States
Pioneered advancements in telecommunications engineering. Contributed to the development of sensors and other technologies essential for radar systems. Worked at Bell Telephone Laboratories, focusing on the field of electronics. Co-founded the Society of Women Engineers and advocated for women’s roles in engineering and the sciences. Held numerous patents and authored publications throughout a lengthy career.
Co-founded the Society of Women Engineers
Developed technologies essential for radar systems
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