Eymers, Truus (1903–1988)

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Eymers, Truus (1903–1988)

Dutch physicist and museum conservator. Name variations: Johanna Geertruid Eymers; Truus van Cittert; Johann Geertruida (Truus) van Cittert-Eymers. Born Johanna Geertruid Eymers in 1903 in Arnhem, Netherlands; died 1988; studied physics, chemistry, and math at University of Utrecht, 1923–26, PhD, 1935; m. Pieter H. Van Cittert (museum conservator), 1938.

Known for physics research and for work at museum of University of Utrecht, began work there as a laboratory assistant in the physics department (1927–33), where she researched bioluminescence; after marriage (1938), assisted husband at University Museum because marriage status rendered her ineligible for continued paid employment (1938–55); after husband left the position, began serving as director (1955). Writings include doctoral thesis, "Fundamental Principles for the Illumination of a Picture Gallery Together with Their Application to the Illumination of the Museum at The Hague."