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In 1945, visionary ecologist Ruth Patrick invented the diatometer, which she used to determine the presence of pollution in fresh water. Her groundbreaking research in the field established biodiversity as the key to understanding fresh water ecosystems.
For seven decades, she championed environmental protection as an advisor, director, and trustee for corporations, governments, and nonprofits.
https://ansp.org/research/environmental-research/#WomensHistory #Biodiversity
Photo: Academy of Natural Sciences
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