3. Women in the Scientific Revolution

During the Scientific Revolution (16th to 18th centuries), women began to play a more visible role in the sciences, despite societal restrictions. Figures like Maria Sibylla Merian, a naturalist, and Caroline Herschel, an astronomer, made significant contributions to their fields. Women often engaged in science through informal means, such as correspondence with male scientists or through family connections. While they faced significant barriers, these pioneers helped pave the way for future generations, challenging the norms of their time and contributing to the advancement of scientific knowledge, highlighting the importance of women's influence in the history of science.