Edith Quimby, Date of Birth, Place of Birth, Date of Death

Edith Quimby

American medical researcher

Date of Birth: 10-Jul-1891

Place of Birth: Rockford, Illinois, United States

Date of Death: 11-Oct-1982

Profession: physicist, nuclear physicist

Nationality: United States

Zodiac Sign: Cancer

Edith Hinkley Quimby (July 10, 1891 – October 11, 1982) was an American medical researcher and physicist, best known as one of the founders of nuclear medicine.
Her work involved developing diagnostic and therapeutic applications of X-rays.
One of her main concerns was protecting both those handling the radioactive material and making sure that those being treated were given the lowest dose necessary.