MADAME CURIE MAIN

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Today, we look into the life of Marie Curie — the first woman to win a Nobel Prize and the only person in history to win two Nobel Prizes in two different sciences. This story explores her humble beginnings, her groundbreaking discoveries, and the personal sacrifices she made in the pursuit of knowledge. From poverty and loss to world-changing science, Madame Curie’s life is a powerful reminder of what curiosity, determination, and courage can achieve — even at great personal cost.

00:00 – Introduction: The life of Madame Curie
00:38 – Childhood in occupied Poland
01:32 – Education struggles and early determination
02:18 – Move to Paris and scientific awakening
03:12 – Meeting Pierre Curie and early research
04:05 – Discovery of radioactivity and new elements
05:12 – Nobel Prizes and personal loss
06:18 – World War I and medical breakthroughs
07:12 – Health decline, legacy, and lasting impact