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Payne-Scott, Ruby

Radiophysicist and mathematician who benefited from increased opportunities for women scientists at the outbreak of war but was still forced to resign when she became pregnant.

Milestone
Born
Grafton, New South Wales
28 May 1912
Died
Sydney
25 May 1981
Occupation
Position
1941 - 1951