Dr. Dorothy Crowfoot Hodgkin: Chemist, Crystallographer, Humanitarian (1910 - 1994) In 1932 Dorothy Crowfoot graduated from Somerville College at Oxford with a degree in chemistry (her interest in chemistry and crystals began when she was young and was encouraged by her parents and their associates to develop this interest). While studying in the department of mineralogy and crystallography, she ...

Contributions of 20th Century Women to Physics: Historical archive of profiles of 20th century women who have made original and important contributions to physics. Focuses on the physicist's scientific work, presents brief descriptions of major contributions, and lists important publications, honors, and appointments.