Google Doodle honours Turkey's first female astronomer Nüzhet Gökdoğan on her 113'th birthday
Also Read: Google Doodle pays tribute to Bollywood icon Sridevi on 60th birth anniversary Guided by artist Ali Çetinkaya, Nüzhet Gökdoğan became skilled in French, German, and Turkish languages throughout her academic pursuit. A scholarship granted her the opportunity to enroll at Lyon University in France, where she achieved her undergraduate degree in mathematics with success. Subsequently, in 1933, she secured her master's degree in physics from the University of Paris.
Acquiring hands-on experience at the Paris Observatory, she was offered the chance to continue her research there. In 1937, Gökdoğan penned her thesis on the subject of interstellar dark matter surrounding the sun, culminating in the attainment of her PhD. Subsequently, she ascended to a professorship at Istanbul University.
Notably, in 1954, she achieved the distinction of being elected as the Dean of the Science Faculty, marking her as the inaugural female university dean in Turkey. Contributing to the field, Gökdoğan authored scientific articles for domestic publications and crafted three foundational textbooks covering astronomy, algebra, and cosmography. Her illustrious career concluded with her retirement in 1980.
Read more on livemint.com
