Birthdate: July 23, 1928
Sun Sign: Leo
Birthplace: Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States
Died: December 25, 2016
Vera Florence Cooper Rubin was a prominent American astronomer celebrated for her groundbreaking research on galaxy rotation rates, which led to the discovery of dark matter. Her work in identifying the galaxy rotation problem and presenting compelling evidence for the existence of dark matter significantly advanced the field of astronomy. Rubin’s outstanding achievements were recognized with prestigious accolades like the Bruce Medal and the National Medal of Science. She was a passionate supporter of women in science, offering mentorship to aspiring female astronomers and making a lasting impact on cosmological theory.
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