1. Marie Curie (1867-1934)
* Accomplishments:
* Pioneer in radioactivity: Curie was the first woman to win a Nobel Prize, and the only person to win Nobel Prizes in two different scientific fields (Physics and Chemistry).
* Discovered Polonium and Radium: Her research, conducted with her husband Pierre Curie, led to the discovery of these two radioactive elements.
* Developed techniques for isolating radioactive isotopes: Her work laid the foundation for the use of radioactivity in medicine and other fields.
2. Albert Einstein (1879-1955)
* Accomplishments:
* Theory of Relativity: Einstein's revolutionary work transformed our understanding of gravity, space, and time. This theory led to groundbreaking discoveries in cosmology and astrophysics.
* Photoelectric Effect: His explanation of the photoelectric effect helped establish the foundation of quantum mechanics.
* Mass-Energy Equivalence (E=mc²): This iconic equation revolutionized physics and led to the development of nuclear energy.
3. Leonardo da Vinci (1452-1519)
* Accomplishments:
* Renaissance Polymath: Da Vinci was a true Renaissance man, excelling in painting, sculpture, architecture, engineering, science, and more.
* Iconic Masterpieces: He created some of the world's most famous artworks, including the Mona Lisa and The Last Supper.
* Inventions and Scientific Discoveries: Da Vinci's notebooks contain detailed drawings and studies of anatomy, optics, mechanics, and flight. His inventions, such as the flying machine and the tank, were centuries ahead of their time.