Title: Author and Owner
Company: CHOICE BY MARY FRAN LLC
Location: Boca Raton, Florida, United States
Mary Fran Reed, PhD, author and owner at CHOICE BY MARY FRAN LLC, has been recognized by Marquis Who’s Who Top Scientists for dedication, achievements, and leadership in nuclear chemistry and emergency planning.
An esteemed author and business owner, Dr. Reed has made significant contributions to the fields of nuclear chemistry and emergency planning over the course of many years. Before embarking upon her professional path, she pursued a formal education at the University of California, Berkeley, from which she earned a Bachelor of Science in nuclear chemistry in 1964. She eventually graduated from the aforementioned university in 1968 with a Doctor of Philosophy in nuclear chemistry. Her academic credentials were further complemented by her certification as a medical nuclear physicist from the American Board of Radiology in 1977.
Dr. Reed attributes her success to her intellectual curiosity and the early influence of her father, an MIT graduate who worked at the Lawrence Radiation Laboratory. From 1980 to 1983, she served as the chief of nuclear power plant planning for the California governor’s Emergency Services in Sacramento. In this role, she was instrumental in developing strategies to ensure the safety and efficiency of nuclear power plants across the state. Prior to this position, she worked as a health physicist at the California Department of Health Services, where she applied her knowledge to protect public health through radiation safety measures.
Dr. Reed’s career in academia includes a tenure as an assistant professor of radiation medicine at the University of Kentucky’s College of Medicine in Lexington. During this time, she was recognized as the Outstanding Woman Faculty Member of the Year in 1972 for her exceptional teaching in introductory chemistry. Dr. Reed also spent a year teaching at Centre College in Kentucky, further solidifying her reputation as a skilled educator dedicated to advancing scientific knowledge.
In addition to her professional achievements, Dr. Reed has been recognized among the American Men and Women of Science from 1981 to 1983 and has been featured in Who’s Who of American Women during the same period. Her inclusion in The World Who’s Who of Women underscores her significance on a global scale.
Dr. Reed’s passion for writing has led to several publications that reflect her diverse interests and expertise. Under the pen name ‘Frannie Guerin,’ she authored “Dreaming of Ocean Cruising?: Sailing Off into the Sunset? What You Ought to Know!,” published in 2022, sharing insights from nearly two decades spent sailing around the world with her late husband. Her most notable work, “Atomic Green: Nuclear Power Can Stop Climate Change,” published in 2024, advocates for the utilization of nuclear power as a solution to the challenges and concerns surrounding climate change.
Beyond her professional endeavors, Dr. Reed is actively involved in civic activities such as volunteering and leadership organizing in Lexington, Kentucky. She enjoys writing, sailing, and practicing Tai Chi, which reflect her well-rounded lifestyle and commitment to personal growth.
Looking toward the future, Dr. Reed aims to influence legislative change through her writings on nuclear power. She hopes to encourage policymakers to support advancements in nuclear technology, particularly the development of smaller reactors that can be manufactured efficiently. Through these efforts, Dr. Reed seeks to contribute to a sustainable energy future while continuing to inspire others with her ongoing work and advocacy.
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