Helen Matusevich Oujesky
American professor of microbiology / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
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Helen Matusevich Oujesky (August 14, 1930 – February 1, 2010) was an American professor of microbiology at the University of Texas, San Antonio. In this capacity she actively pursued environmental research on pollution of soil and water, particularly of toxic wastes.[1]
Helen Matusevich Oujesky | |
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Born | Helen Matusevich August 14, 1930 Fort Worth, United States |
Died | February 1, 2010(2010-02-01) (aged 79) |
Nationality | American |
Occupation(s) | Teaching and research in microbiology |
Years active | 45 |
Notable work | Research in the field of environmental pollution of soil and water |
In her career span of 45 years in the field of education and research, Oujesky was the recipient of several awards such as from the National Science Foundation, Student Science Training Programs for High School Students, Minority Research Programs for Minority High School Students, and an Intervention Model Program for Girls Using Laboratory Activities in Science, Math and Engineering.[1] On 30 January 1997, her name was incorporated in the Texas Women's Hall of Fame.[2]