Mileva Marić
Serbian physicist and collaborator
Born
December 19th, 1875
149 years ago
Died
1948
77 years ago — 73 years old
Category
Scientists & Innovators
Country
Serbia
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A physicist who studied at the Polytechnic Institute in Zurich and earned a degree in physics. Collaborated with a renowned theoretical physicist during the early development of his scientific theories, particularly in the formulation of the theory of relativity. The partnership with the physicist is highlighted by shared academic and personal endeavors. Marić contributed to early works in theoretical physics during her studies, although later work remains less documented. Despite earlier ambitions, faced significant challenges in pursuing a career in academia.
Collaboration on the theory of relativity
Studied at the Polytechnic Institute in Zurich
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