OUR EXPLORERS

This book brings together the stories of 12 people whose curiosity led them to explore the expanse of the universe, the depths of the oceans or the complex realms of scientific knowledge. Who was the first person to enter the stratosphere? Who invented an essential component of almost every electronic device? Step into Auguste Piccard's bathyscape. Find out how Rita Levi-Montalcini did her research during a time of war. Explore the destruction of tornadoes with Tetsuya Fujita. Let Our Explorers inspire you to keep discovering and pursuing your interests!This book features: Isabella Abbott;Neil Armstrong;John Bardeen;Vera Cooper Rubin;Stanley Falkow;Tetsuya Theodore Fujita;Maria Göppert Mayer;Rita Levi-Montalcini;Auguste Piccard;Osamu Shimomura;Michiyo Tsujimura;Wu Chien Shiung;Come explore the world of heroes in the fields of Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics. These inspiring figures from all over the globe used their skill or intellect to solve problems, rising above adverse circumstances to leave a lasting impact through their ground-breaking discoveries or inventions. Our heroes will inspire young readers to greater heights with their thirst for knowledge and sense of determination!The World of Science Heroes comic series features individuals from a variety of fields — Chemistry, Biology, Physics, Medicine, Psychiatry, Mental Health, Architecture, Engineering, Conservation and the Environment, Biomedical Research, Virology and Immunology, Communications, Technopreneurship, Business, Mathematics, Programming, and so on.Each book will highlight a dominant heroic aspect. The 9 aspects are: Guardians;Innovators;Mentors;Explorers;Frontliners;Game-changers;Advocates;Visionaries;Overcomers;