Ellen H. RichardsEllen H. Richards (1842-1911) was a pioneering American chemist and educator known for her work in home economics and environmental sanitation. She was the first woman admitted to the Massachusetts Institute of Technology and played a significant rol in promoting scientific principles in domestic life. Richards advocated for improved living conditions, hygiene, and nutrition, shaping the field of home economics and influencing public health policies. Her contributions to the understanding of household management and social welfare have had a lasting impact on modern society. Read More Read Less