Chromosome Woman, Nomad Scientist

Explore the life of a pioneering Indian woman scientist in this in-depth biographical portrait. Using a wide range of archival sources, the book delves into the fascinating story of Edavaleth Kakkat Janaki Ammal, whose work intersected with significant historical events such as the rise of Nazi Germany and World War II, Indian Independence, the Lysenko affair, and the dawn of environmentalism. Her efforts in mapping the evolution of cultivated plants and her co-authored work, Chromosome Atlas of Cultivated Plants, are also highlighted. A must-read for scholars and researchers in science and technology studies, gender studies, history, and South Asian studies, as well as a delight for general readers.