Spanning nearly half a century, the innovative work of Mária Telkes, a chemical engineer and inventor, revolved around the exploration and exploitation of solar energy. Her notable achievements include the creation of the first solar-heated house of its era that was fully operational. Despite facing a series of setbacks orchestrated by her male superiors and co-workers at MIT, she remained determined to advance in her field. The individual in the photograph is a woman clad in a luxurious fur coat, standing resolutely with a poised stance that suggests a blend of determination and contemplation. With her gaze slightly upward, the grayscale image captures a moment that seems to convey both strength and introspection.
