Rubin, Vera C., 1928-2016
Vera C. Rubin papers, 1781-2014 (bulk 1945-1020).
Correspondence, writings, lecture notes and illustrations, observation logs, astronomical data, photographs, reports, and other papers relating to Rubin's career as an astronomer specializing in the movement of galaxies and in the existence of dark matter in the universe as well as her involvement in professional organizations and her efforts to promote women in science.
M.A. in astronomy from Cornell University (1951); Ph.D. in astronomy from Georgetown University (1954); staff member at the Department of Terrestrial Magnetism of the Carnegie Institution since 1965; member of the National Academy of Science; her scientific work has centered on galaxies including large-scale motion in the universe and the rotational dynamics of individual galaxies.
Astronomy -- History.
Science -- United States.
Women in science
Photographs. aat
Speeches. aat
Astronomers. lcsh
Women astronomers. lcsh
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