Alice Hamilton Scientist

Alice Hamilton (February 27, 1869, New York City – September 22, 1970) was the first woman appointed to the faculty of Harvard University and was a leading expert in the field of occupational health. She was a pioneer in the field of toxicology, studying occupational illnesses and the dangerous effects of industrial metals and chemical compounds on the human body.

Personal facts

Birth date	February 27, 1869
Birth place	New York City
Citizenship	United States
Date of death	September 22, 1970
Education	Johns Hopkins University University of Michigan Leipzig University