Spot the historical scientist! University of Manchester Careers Blog

Spot the historical scientist! For all you historians, or scientists, or just smart postgrads with a good grounding in general knowledge, what do you know about the life and careers of famous historical scientists? Chay Hawes, a freelance illustrator based in Chester, has put a gorgeous illustration of 16 scientists on his website as a Christmas quiz. I tweeted it yesterday, but for those who dont do Twitter, heres an extract from the quiz for all 16 scientists, click on the image to take you to the quiz. How many did you get? Ill admit I only got 8.5 of the 16, and only 2 of the above selection (nos. 3 and 4). Should have got 5, if Id spotted his nose (clue there), but wouldnt have got no. 6 as shes not in contemporary clothing (look at her belt though), and no, Eurocentric scientist that I am, Id never heard of no. 7, but Im glad I have now (incredible scientist and another gap in my education plugged). If all thats too easy for you, could be youre ready for the big challenge Only Connect are looking for teams of contestants for next year. All Postgrad-highlighted Postgraduate