Today's focus will be an example of a Nobel Prize winner who was married, but did not share the prize with her husband. Read a little about Rosalyn Yalow, but don't spend too much time worrying about the science part. While reading, think about her conditions, and how she reacted to them. You may want to think specifically about the themes of family, being a woman, and mentorship, or discover your own.
Additional factoid: Dr. Shepherd said that when Dr. Yalow came to speak at Vanderbilt, she advised students against entering science professionally.
Get a feel for ongoing cultural changes by watching a few commercials from
The 1950s
Then, the 1970s (Yalow won her prize in 1977)
How does the portrayal of family, and specifically the role of women change?
Read about Yalow, as scientist and mother
How does balancing the role of mother impact her career as a scientist?
And, submit a question! Please try to keep it as focused on the topic of the day as you can.
Also, Monday we will celebrate the culture of the 1970s, when Yalow won her prize. Feel free to get in the mood by sporting some 70s flair!