Agnes Scott College: Biographies of Women Mathematicians: Mary Ross

Use this site to learn about the women behind the math. Lawrence Riddle, professor of mathematics at Agnes Scott College, created this site as a tribute to women who have made accomplishments in the world of mathematics.

An in-depth look at the life of Emmy Noether. Content includes bits and pieces of her life, from her childhood to her death.

Article highlights the accomplishments of Sophie Germain, a French mathematician who contributed to the study of acoustics, elasticity, mathematical physics, and the theory of numbers.

This biography depicts the accomplishments and struggles in the life of Julia Robinson (1919-1985 CE). Learn more about her contributions to the world of mathematics.

Article highlights the accomplishments of Polish mathematician Helena Rasiowa who worked in algebraic logic and the mathematical foundations of computer science.

Article highlights the accomplishments of Dusa McDuff, an award winning mathematician who works on symplectic geometry.

The life and accomplishments of Mina Rees (1902-1997 CE) are highlighted on this site, focusing on her contributions to the Office of Naval Research.

A very short description of the accomplishments of Vera Pless is offered by the Department of Mathematics at Agnes Scott College.

This short biography highlight just a few of the events and accomplishments of this female mathematician.

This site gives a very brief description of the accomplishments of Doris Schattschneider, the female mathematician.