Ruth Howes

Ruth Hege Howes (born October 18, 1944) is an American nuclear physicist, expert on nuclear weapons, and historian of science, known for her books on women in physics. Throughout her career, she also contributed greatly to advancing undergraduate physics education. As co-author of several books that put a spotlight on the careers of female scientists, including those involved in the Manhattan Project, she has considerably increased female scientists’ recognition. Provided by Wikipedia