My research in radioactivity has led to the discovery of the elements polonium and radium, which have been instrumental in advancing our understanding of atomic structure and the nature of radioactive decay. These discoveries have profoundly impacted science and medicine. In science, they provided insights into the behavior of unstable atoms, which later shaped the development of nuclear physics. In medicine, radioactivity has been incorporated into various treatments, such as cancer therapies, to target and destroy malignant cells through radiation. Furthermore, my work has inspired generations of scientists to pursue fields like nuclear chemistry and paved the way for them to make their own groundbreaking discoveries.
Imagine you are Marie Curie, and a journalist wants to know how your research in radioactivity has contributed to science, medicine and the society. How would you answer the question?