Trailblazing Scientist Vera Rubin's Legacy in Modern Astronomy
Originally Published 5 months ago — by The Forward
Vera Rubin, a pioneering Jewish astronomer, is celebrated for her groundbreaking work on galaxy movement and dark matter, with her legacy continuing through the Vera C. Rubin Observatory in Chile, which is set to revolutionize our understanding of the universe. Her life was marked by her dedication to science, her Jewish heritage, and her advocacy for women in STEM.