Daphne Jackson

Daphne Jackson (1936–2007) was a renowned British physicist known for her contributions to the field of physics, particularly in areas such as superconductivity and nuclear physics. She was also notable for her role as an advocate for women in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM). In addition to her research work, Daphne Jackson was the first female professor of physics at the University of Surrey and she played an important role in mentoring and supporting young scientists, particularly women.