Hertha Marks Ayrton
Engineer and physicist, first woman member of the IEE
Born
April 28th, 1854
171 years ago
Died
1923
102 years ago — 69 years old
Category
Scientists & Innovators
Country
United Kingdom
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Born in 1854, engaged in engineering, mathematics, and physics. Became the first woman to present a paper to the Institution of Electrical Engineers in 1899. Recognized for contributions to the study of electric arcs and alternating currents. Pioneered research that resulted in notable advances in electrical engineering. Received the Hughes Medal from the Royal Society in 1899 for work on electrical phenomena. Actively involved in the women's suffrage movement and advocated for women's education in engineering and the sciences.
First woman member of the Institution of Electrical Engineers
Received the Hughes Medal in 1899
Published work on electric arcs
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