Early Life
Marie Curie, born Maria Skłodowska on November 7, 1867, in Warsaw, was a Polish-born physicist and chemist. She was renowned for her groundbreaking research on radioactivity 🧪.
Scientific Achievements
Marie Curie was the first woman to win a Nobel Prize and the only person to win Nobel Prizes in two different sciences: Physics and Chemistry. Her work led to the discovery of the elements polonium and radium.
Learn more about her significant discoveries on our Radioactivity Page.
Legacy
Marie Curie’s legacy continues to inspire countless scientists around the world. Her dedication paved the way for future research and treatment pathways in medicine and physics.
