“My experience in childhood and adolescence of the subordinate role played by the female in a society run entirely by men had convinced me that I was not cut out to be a wife.”
Quote by Rita Levi-Montalcini
Work
In praise of imperfection: my life and work
This memoir offers an introspective look into the author's life, exploring their experiences, challenges, and insights gained throughout their career. The author celebrates the beauty of imperfection, emphasizing its role in personal growth and professional development. more
Author
Rita Levi-Montalcini
Italian scientist and Nobel laureate in Physiology or Medicine, known as the 'Discoverer of Growth Factors'. Born in Turin, Italy, in 1909, she fled Italy in 1940 due to her Jewish heritage and continued her scientific research in Switzerland and the United States, including the renowned Rockefeller Institute. Her research revealed the existence of nerve growth factors, which had a profound impact on the fields of neurobiology and neuroscience. more