Making women in science visible | Rachel Ignotofsky | TEDxKCWomen

New York Times Best Selling author and illustrator, Rachel Ignotofsky rewrites the history of women in science to be more honest and inclusive. Through eye-catching illustrations, Rachel makes her message as inspiring as it is accessible, for young women and PhD’s alike. New York Times Best Selling author, Rachel Ignotofsky, has published three books with 10 Speed Press and is always thinking up new ideas. Check out her books: The Wondrous Workings of Planet Earth, Women In Science and Women In Sports. Rachel's work is inspired by history and science. She believes that illustration is a powerful tool that can make learning exciting. She has a passion for taking dense information and making it fun and accessible. Rachel hopes to use her work to spread her message about scientific literacy and feminism. This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at