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EPISODE · May 27, 2026 · 57 MIN

151. Francis Crick: From DNA to the Brain with Prof Matthew Cobb

from The Drug Science Podcast · host Drug Science

In this episode, we speak to Prof Matthew Cobb, professor of zoology at the University of Manchester and author of Crick: A Mind in Motion, which profiles Francis Crick. Matthew shares insights into his own academic background in neurobiology and evolution, explaining the motivation behind his latest book. He delves into the collaborative approaches that fueled Crick's work and explains the complex dynamics between Crick, James Watson, and Rosalind Franklin during their pursuit of the double helix structure. Finally, Matthew touches on Crick’s cannabis and psychedelic use. Links●      Prof Matt Cob●      Crick: A Mind in Motion●      What and how do maggots smell?●      The Double Helix●      Beatles Letter●      Mescaline Poem ★ Support this podcast ★

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