Hertha Ayrton elected first female IEE member.
Following her groundbreaking presentation at the Institution of Electrical Engineers, Hertha Ayrton was elected their first female member on May 26, 1899. This milestone was a testament to the quality and significance of her work on electric arcs. Joining the IEE not only validated her research but also championed the cause of women's access to professional scientific societies, establishing Ayrton as a role model and advocate for gender equality in scientific disciplines.