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Highlights
- From the author of the National Jewish Book Award Finalist Bartali's Bicycle comes the story of Katalin Karikó, the Nobel Prize-winning scientist whose research of mRNA led to the world-altering development of the Covid-19 vaccine.
- 4-8 Years
- 11.0" x 9.2" Hardcover
- 40 Pages
- Juvenile Nonfiction, Biography & Autobiography
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When she was young, Katalin Karikó decided she would study science--even though she had never even met a scientist! But she was determined to learn as much as she could about the human body, and once she made a decision, she stuck with it. Katalin had to learn English while attending university, but she worked hard until she became a doctor. After facing many challenges, including lack of research funding and harsh immigration policies, Kati and her family uprooted from Hungary and moved to America, where she became a top researcher. She knew that, with work, she could teach one of the building blocks of life, messenger RNA, to fight off harmful viruses. There was just one problem--no one else believed Then, the COVID-19 pandemic hit, and Kati and her work were thrust into the spotlight. But with her unshakeable will, she was ready to face the challenge. Includes a note from Dr. Karikâo, a time line, and more information about mRNBook Synopsis
From the author of the National Jewish Book Award Finalist Bartali's Bicycle comes the story of Katalin Karikó, the Nobel Prize-winning scientist whose research of mRNA led to the world-altering development of the Covid-19 vaccine. Perfect for readers who love science, STEM, and books like Dr. Fauci: How a Boy from Brooklyn Became America's Doctor or Hidden Figures: The True Story of Four Black Women and the Space Race.
When she was young, Katalin Karikó decided she would study science--even though she had never even met a scientist! But she was determined to learn as much as she could about the human body, and once she made a decision, she stuck with it. Katalin had to learn English while attending university, but she worked hard until she became a doctor.
After facing many challenges, including lack of research funding and harsh immigration policies, Kati and her family uprooted from Hungary and moved to America, where she became a top researcher. She knew that, with work, she could teach one of the building blocks of life, messenger RNA, to fight off harmful viruses. There was just one problem--no one else believed her.
Then, the COVID-19 pandemic hit, and Kati and her work were thrust into the spotlight. But with her unshakable will, she was ready to face the challenge.
Includes a note from Dr. Karikó, a time line, and more information about mRNA.
Review Quotes
"Teachers will want to use this story as model of perseverance and dedication for their lessons; elementary readers will like learning that overcoming obstacles still matters. An excellent addition to collections." -- School Library Journal (starred review)
"The author presents clear pictures of her subject's character as well as achievements. An inspiring profile of a scientist making history." -- Kirkus Reviews
"Concisely telling Karikó's life story, Hoyt emphasizes that dedication, collaboration, and hard work were crucial to her success. An informative picture-book biography." -- Booklist
"Hoyt stresses perseverance in this moving biography of scientist Katalin Karikó...detailed text emphasizes Karikó's arc to professional success." -- Publishers Weekly