Two-time winner of the Nobel Prize and acclaimed scientist Marie Curie contributed much to society in her lifetime. This informative volume shows readers how the work she did while she was alive still influences the world today. Colorful photographs, illuminating sidebars, and engaging text tell the story of Curie's life and work in a way that will excite and hold the attention of readers of many ages and levels. A fun science project based on the type of work Curie did will also give readers a feel for what she did and perhaps get them more interested in science themselves.