publication date: Friday, December 16, 2011 (part of Winter 2012)

category: Education

clue: This British scholar has taught students about engineering and politicians about climate change. (Who's the king?)

explanation: King was an educator who received several government appointments. more…

solved by: Russ Wilhelm, Steve West, LaVonne Lemler, Samir Mehta, Chris Lemler, Richard Slominsky, Justin Woods, Denise Sawicki, Joanna Woods, Erik Bates, Mike Rothstein, and Steve Dunn

Mothers of Invention: These pioneering women in technology have saved the world from war, climate change, and boredom online with their contributions to modern inventions.

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