National Science Day: Top 5 Women Scientists Of India Who Made Us Proud
By Jasreet Kaur27, Feb 2024 02:26 PMjagranjosh.com
National Science Day
India’s top eight female scientists have broken gender barriers, encouraging students to take risks and achieve success in their scientific pursuits. Tap to know about the top women scientists in India!
Dr. Kiran Mazumdar-Shaw
As a successful entrepreneur who has established Biocon, she is well-known in the field of biotechnology, igniting interest among students who want to study biological sciences. Dr. Tessy Thomas
Dr. Tessy Thomas
Referred to as ‘Missile Woman of India’ on many occasions, she has been instrumental in the development of ballistic missile technology.
Dr Soumya Swaminathan
Dr Swaminathan plays an important role in shaping global health policies, particularly during difficult times as Chief Scientist at WHO (World Health Organisation).
Dr. Vidita Vaidya
She is at the forefront of neuroscience where her research into stress responses within the brain provides much-needed insight into mental health issues.
Dr. Anita Goel
This physicist along with being an entrepreneur renowned for her nanotech work founded Nanobiosym, developing technologies that could transform HIV/AIDS diagnostics and treatment