Researcher María Teresa Ruiz González, born in Santiago, Chile in 1946, specializes in the study of low-mass dwarf stars. She has conducted many significant research projects in the field of astronomy, such as the discovery of a supernova at the moment of its explosion, the identification of two planetary nebulae in the halo of the Milky Way, and the discovery of a brown dwarf named Kelu in the vicinity of the solar system.

Beyond her scientific career, she has also played a prominent role as the first president of the Chilean Academy of Sciences, promoting scientific research in Chile, scientific communication, and women's participation in science.

Her dedication to the field of astronomy and her impact on scientific communication have over time made her an influential figure, both nationally and internationally. Her career has inspired many female scientists.