17 June 2025
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The contribution of women to
every field remains untold. While men made
remarkable contributions, the accomplishments of women in STEM (science,
technology, engineering, and mathematics) are often overlooked. The untold
legacies of the forgotten female counterparts are reflected in Siya Bhaga’s Dare
to Dream: The Forgotten Heroines: 10 Trailblazing Female Scientists,
Mathematicians, and Inventors.
This book
shines a light on the women’s extraordinary contribution in STEM.
This inspires the next generation of young girls by showcasing how these
women, through grit and determination, shattered barriers and made
groundbreaking discoveries that changed the world. These are the women whose
names should be as recognizable as Einstein, Darwin, and Armstrong, yet remain
absent from mainstream discourse.
“I grew up reading about iconic
male scientists and inventors, but I noticed something glaring—where were the
women? Why aren’t Hedy Lamarr or Ada Lovelace household names?” says Siya.
“This book is my attempt to give these extraordinary women the recognition
they deserve and to inspire girls like me to dream big.”
Through Dare to Dream, Siya
brings attention to women like:
- Hedy
Lamarr, the Hollywood actress and
tech genius behind the foundation of modern wireless communication. - Hypatia
of Alexandria, one of the
earliest female mathematicians, whose brilliance in mathematics and
philosophy left an indelible mark on history. - Ada
Lovelace, the visionary who created
the first algorithm and is regarded as the world’s first computer
programmer. - Katherine
Johnson, the “human computer” whose
calculations sent astronauts to space during NASA’s golden era. - Rosalind
Franklin, whose crucial contributions
to the discovery of DNA’s double helix have been historically overshadowed
by her male counterparts.
Siya’s mission is clear: to educate and
inspire. Drawing from extensive research, she unravels the struggles of these
women, shedding light on their legacies that deserve a place in history books.
Driven by frustration over the lack of female representation in STEM history,
she wrote this book to show the power of women in this world. This book serves
as a reminder that female scientists and innovators have shaped our world since
ancient times and continue to do so today.
About the author
Siya Bhagat is not a typical teenager. A
16-year-old writer from Mumbai, she has a passion for storytelling that
resonates with meaning and purpose. Through her writing, she hopes to create
works that are both accessible and impactful, empowering readers of all ages. Dare
to Dream: The Forgotten Heroines promises to leave a lasting impression on
young minds and readers worldwide.
Why Dare to Dream is Essential
Reading
This book arrives during a critical
period when there is a strong push for gender equality in STEM fields. Despite
so many feminist movements, women remain underrepresented in these fields. By
showcasing the accomplishments of these historical figures, Siya hopes to
dismantle stereotypes and spark a movement of inclusivity in STEM.
The book also poses thought-provoking
questions about how history is told: Why do we celebrate Watson and Crick
without giving Rosalind Franklin her due credit? Why isn’t Emmy Noether’s
impact on modern physics a standard part of the curriculum? Siya’s work aims to
fill these gaps and advocate for a more balanced representation of achievements
in STEM. Educators see it as a valuable resource to introduce diversity into
STEM education and foster a sense of empowerment in female students.
Dare to Dream: The Forgotten
Heroines is available now in bookstores and
online. Let’s rewrite history together—giving way to the unrepresented!
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