History's Most Influential Scientists and Their Earth-Shattering Contributions

Marie Curie

Marie Curie, a pioneer in the field of radioactivity, was the first woman to win a Nobel Prize and the only person to win the prestigious award in two different scientific fields—physics and chemistry. Curie's research led to the development of X-ray machines, and her work in the field of radioactivity has had a significant impact on the medical field, particularly in the treatment of cancer.