"The industrial age is no place for triflers."
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About Alice Hamilton
Alice Hamilton (1869-1970) was a pioneering American physician and toxicologist who became a leading expert in the field of occupational health. She was the first woman appointed to the faculty of Harvard University and conducted groundbreaking research on the health effects of industrial substances such as lead, mercury, and radium. Hamilton's work led to significant improvements in workplace safety regulations and she was a prominent advocate for workers' rights.
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