At just twenty-three years old, Alice Ball stood alone in her University of Hawaii laboratory, extracting chaulmoogra oil compounds that would soon free thousands from the prison of leprosy colonies—yet for nearly a century, her name remained buried beneath the accolades given to the white male doctor who took credit for her revolutionary treatment. As […]
Month: April 2025
Lise Meitner: The Scientist Who Unlocked Nuclear Fission
I explore the life and legacy of Lise Meitner, the “Mother of Nuclear Fission” whose work unlocked the secrets of nuclear fission.
Rosalind Franklin Erased from DNA’s Discovery
I explore the untold story of Rosalind Franklin and her pivotal role in uncovering the structure of DNA.
Hedy Lamarr and how she shaped the modern world
Hedy Lamarr, the glamorous Hollywood actress, secretly invented the technology behind Wi-Fi. Discover her remarkable story as a pioneering inventor.