Maude Delap: the pioneering marine biologist who broke bias in her field

On International Women's Day, Clodagh Finn celebrates two Kerry women linked by a fascination with marine biology

Maude Delap: a pioneer of marine biology. Pic: Valentia Island Heritage Centre

There is nothing more uplifting than hearing one woman champion the life and work of another. 

I was struck by the truth of that when I heard Jane Sheehan speak with such unfettered enthusiasm about Maude Delap. The two women share a profession (marine biology) and a home place (Kerry), but they were born in different centuries.