Female and male undergraduates in laboratory, July 1908

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Female and male undergraduates in laboratory, July 1908

Undergraduate students of mixed gender working in one of many new chemical research laboratories at Leeds University, opened by the King on 7 July 1908. The Illustrated London News emphasises the admission of women to the university but also the modern equipment in the new buildings. Date: 1908

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EDITORS COMMENTS
"July 1908: A Pioneering Moment in Scientific Education: This evocative photograph captures a pivotal moment in the history of Leeds University as King George V officially opened its new chemical research laboratories on 7 July 1908. The Illustrated London News reported on the occasion, highlighting the groundbreaking admission of women as undergraduate students in this once all-male institution. The image showcases a group of female and male students, intently engaged in their scientific pursuits, working side by side in the state-of-the-art facilities. The modern equipment and advanced technology in the new buildings symbolized the university's commitment to providing its students with the best possible resources to further their education and research in the sciences. This photograph serves as a testament to the progressive spirit of the time, as women began to make their mark in traditionally male-dominated fields, paving the way for future generations to embrace the limitless potential of scientific discovery." Max Cowper, Undergraduate Students of Mixed Gender Working in One of Many New Chemical Research Laboratories at Leeds University, July 1908. (Courtesy of Mary Evans Picture Library)

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