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Edith Quimby | |
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Born | Edith Smaw Hinkley July 10, 1891 |
Died | October 11, 1982 | (aged 91)
Spouse | Shirley Leon Quimby |
Scientific career | |
Fields | Radiology |
Edith Smaw Quimby (née Hinkley; July 10, 1891 – October 11, 1982) was an American medical researcher and physicist, best known as one of the founders of nuclear medicine. Her work involved developing diagnostic and therapeutic applications of X-rays. One of her main concerns was protecting both those handling the radioactive material and making sure that those being treated were given the lowest dose necessary.