Can You Write About Marie Curie

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Marie Curie

A pioneering physicist and chemist known for her research on radioactivity.

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Nobel Prize

An award that Marie Curie won twice, in Physics (1903) and Chemistry (1911).

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Radioactivity

A term coined by Marie Curie, referring to the emission of particles and energy from unstable atomic nuclei.

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Polonium

An element discovered by Marie Curie during her research.

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Radium

Another element discovered by Marie Curie, significant for its medical applications.

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Radiation therapy

A medical treatment developed from Curie's research, used in cancer treatment.

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University of Paris (Sorbonne)

The institution where Marie Curie pursued her higher education and scientific career.

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Gender challenges

The societal and professional obstacles faced by Marie Curie as a woman in science.

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Legacy

The lasting impact of Marie Curie's work, inspiring future generations, especially women in STEM.

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Empowerment

The symbolic representation of Marie Curie as a figure of determination and excellence in science.