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Vera Rubin : a life / Jacqueline Mitton, Simon Mitton

by Jacqueline Mitton, Simon Mitton

This biography explores the life of astronomer Vera Rubin, detailing her pioneering research into dark matter and her extensive advocacy for women in the scientific community.

Accession 28175 ISBN 9780674919198 Publisher Belknap
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