Professor emeritus of metallurgy and materials science at the University of Toronto, she is a particularly appropriate role model for women preparing for non-traditional careers. A respected scientist concerned with a broad range of issues, she remains an inspiration to those working in the areas of education, science, engineering and environmental awareness. This is a promotion within the Order.
Officer of the Order of Canada
Awarded on: 1981-12-14
Invested on: 1982-04-21
The pioneering work of this researcher in experimental physics, born in Berlin, has applied its research techniques to the study of archaeology. Her success has led to the establishment of a graduate course at the University of Toronto, where she is a professor of Metallurgy and Materials Science. A Quaker, she has been prominent in the promotion of peace, international understanding, the role of women and the "conserver society".