Thelma Estrin

Thelma Estrin was a pioneering computer scientist and engineer who made significant contributions to early computer technology and biomedical engineering. She helped develop methods for processing medical data and was an early advocate for women in science and technology. Her work advanced the use of computers in healthcare, improving patient data management and analysis. Estrin's research and leadership helped shape the fields of computing and biomedical engineering, inspiring future generations of scientists and engineers, especially women entering these fields.