Maria Mitchell

Maria Mitchell

astronomer United States

Maria Mitchell was a pioneering American astronomer in the 19th century, renowned for her discovery of a comet in 1847, which made her the first woman to achieve such a feat. She was a strong advocate for women's education in science and served as a role model for future generations of female scientists, including Vera Rubin, who later studied at Vassar College, where Mitchell had taught.

Born on Aug 01, 1818 (207 years old)

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Dominance
0.00%
Persistence
0 wks
Reach
7,572
Power
612$
Sentiment
5.00
Countries Mentioned
Country Mentions Sentiment Dominance + Persistence x Population = Reach x GDP (millions) = Power
Switzerland 1 5.00 0.09% +0% 8,654,622 7,572 $700,000 612$
Totals 1 8,654,622 7,572 $700,000 612$
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