Birthdate: December 12, 1900
Sun Sign: Sagittarius
Birthplace: Budapest, Hungary
Died: December 2, 1995
Mária Telkes was a Hungarian-American biophysicist and inventor recognized for her groundbreaking contributions to solar energy technologies. Her research at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) led to the development of solar water distillation devices that played a crucial role in saving the lives of airmen and sailors during World War II. Telkes is celebrated as a pioneer in solar thermal storage systems and was instrumental in the creation of one of the earliest solar-heated houses. Throughout her career, she received multiple awards, patents, and accolades from esteemed organizations for her innovative work in the field.
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