Symbiosis is a concept that has been profoundly shaped by the contributions of women scientists, among whom Lynn Margulis stands as a leading figure. Through her vision and determination, Margulis drew scholarly attention to symbiosis, offering a transformative interpretation of the evolution of living organisms. This mini-review highlights the essential contributions of women researchers to the study of symbioses, tracing the shift from naturalistic and descriptive studies to molecular, genetic, and omics-based approaches.
Paola Bonfante (Thu,) studied this question.