Laura Bassi

Italian physicist and scholar

Laura Bassi - Italian physicist and scholar
Born

October 29th, 1711
314 years ago

Died

February 20th, 1778
247 years ago — 66 years old

Category

Scientists & Innovators

Country

Italy

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Contributed to the development of physics and experimental science in the 18th century. Became the first woman to earn a degree in physics in Italy. Held a position at the University of Bologna, where taught for decades. Conducted experiments and published findings on topics such as hydraulics and mechanics, influencing future generations of scientists.

First woman to earn a university degree in physics in Italy

Served as a professor at the University of Bologna

Conducted significant research in hydraulics and mechanics

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