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Seeds of discovery : how Barbara McClintock used corn and curiosity to solve a science mystery and win a Nobel prize
Summary:
"As a rare female botanist in early twentieth-century America, Barbara McClintock never let other people's notions of what was proper slow her down. When she faced doubting colleagues and unsupportive institutions, she drove across the United States, climbed through windows, and even slept in her laboratory to conduct her research. In so doing, she helped pave the way for future scientific discoveries that can cure diseases and save lives -- and won a Nobel Prize in the process!" -- Provided by publisher.
Contents:
Put to the test
Ahead of her time
The farmer scientist
A big discovery
On the go
Putting down roots
What is she talking about?
Science marches on
Catching up
An unexpected announcement
Building on Barbara
Alone in her field
Time line of events
Glossary
Source note
Selected bibliography
Photo credits
Index.
Ahead of her time
The farmer scientist
A big discovery
On the go
Putting down roots
What is she talking about?
Science marches on
Catching up
An unexpected announcement
Building on Barbara
Alone in her field
Time line of events
Glossary
Source note
Selected bibliography
Photo credits
Index.
Item details
- ISBN: 006324599X
- ISBN: 9780063245990
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Physical Description:
120 pages : illustrations (chiefly color), color maps ; 24 cm
print - Edition: First edition.
- Publisher: New York, NY : Clarion Books, an imprint of HarperCollinsPublihsers, [2025]
- Copyright: ©2025
Contents / Notes
- Bibliography, etc. Note:
- Includes bibliographical references (pages 112-117) and index.
- Formatted Contents Note:
- Put to the test
Ahead of her time
The farmer scientist
A big discovery
On the go
Putting down roots
What is she talking about?
Science marches on
Catching up
An unexpected announcement
Building on Barbara
Alone in her field
Time line of events
Glossary
Source note
Selected bibliography
Photo credits
Index. - Target Audience Note:
- Ages 8-12. Clarion Books.Grades 4-6. Clarion Books.
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| Library System: Branch | Shelving Location | Call Number / Copy Notes | Barcode | Status | New Item Hold Restriction? |
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| Flint River Regional Library System: Fayette County Public Library |
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