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Maria Merian: The Woman Who Revolutionized Science

9 May 2025

Meet Maria Merian, the woman who revolutionized science through her groundbreaking studies of insects and plants. From her early days sketching caterpillars in secret notebooks to her daring expedition to Surinam at the age of 52, Maria defied societal norms to uncover the secrets of metamorphosis. Her masterpiece, *Metamorphosis Insectorum Surinamensium*, combined scientific precision with stunning artwork, revealing the intricate relationships between insects and plants. With her bold discoveries, she challenged scientific theories, inspired future exp… Video by YouTube channel.

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