The Woman Who Hacked History: Sophie Germain's Impact on Science and Security

Ever heard of Sophie Germain? She catfished the 18th-century math world, rebranding as Monsieur LeBlanc just to be heard. Her brilliance impressed even Carl Friedrich Gauss—the “Einstein before Einstein.” But her real legacy? Sophie Germain primes—special numbers that became the foundation of modern cryptography. From your bank transfers to WhatsApp messages and even your Netflix password, her work keeps your digital world safe. This is the story of the woman who had to hide her name to protect your secrets centuries later. ✨ Discover more untold stories where history fuels modern tech. Don’t forget to like, share, and follow for more! #SophieGermain #womeninstem #hiddenhistory #mathgenius #cryptography #cybersecurity #historyofscience #historyofscience #STEMStories #womenintech #HistoryMeetsTech #didyouknow