Sunday, July 8, 1934 - Paris, France This past Wednesday, in a small nursing home in Sancellmoz, the world lost a legend. Marie Curie passed away at the age of 66, due to pernicious anemia - a severe complication due to prolonged exposure to radiation. Her work will forever be a positive influence on the world of science. Marya Sklodowska was born on November 7, 1867 to Ladislas and Bronsitwa Sklodowska, both teachers. The youngest of five, she and the …showed first 75 words of 1150 total…

…showed last 75 words of 1150 total…continued her research through the decade, joined by her daughter Irene, who also was pursuing a doctoral degree. Due to the prolonged exposure to radium, Curie died this past Wednesday, July 4, in a nursing home in the French Alps. Doctors have determined that the cause of death is pernicious anemia, a blood disorder. The funeral will be held privately next Thursday, July 12. In lieu of flowers, a donation to the Curie Foundation is greatly appreciated.