Episode 312: Hoes of History: Rosalind Franklin

Rosalind Franklin was a brilliant yet underappreciated scientist whose work was instrumental in one of the greatest scientific breakthroughs of the 20th century - the discovery of the DNA double helix. Often overshadowed in the history books, Rosalind's meticulous research in X-ray crystallography paved the way for the understanding of DNA's structure, yet her contributions went largely uncredited during her lifetime. We explore Rosalind's journey from her early education in England to her groundbreaking work at King's College London. We'll discuss her pivotal Photograph 51, which revealed the DNA double helix's structure and the circumstances around how her data was shared without her consent. We'll also highlight her character, scientific rigor, and resilience in a male-dominated field, as well as her impactful work on the structures of viruses before her untimely death. Follow us on IG: @homance_chronicles Connect with us: linktr.ee/homance Send us a Hoe of History request: [email protected]