ABOUT THIS EPISODE
In this episode, we explore the incredible story of Barbara McClintock, a pioneering geneticist who discovered 'jumping genes' in corn, challenging the rigid scientific dogma of her time. We learn how her groundbreaking work was initially dismissed by the scientific establishment but eventually led to a Nobel Prize, highlighting the importance of recognizing and acting on data that contradicts established beliefs.
Chapters
00:00 Barbara McClintock and Jumping Genes
01:41 A Solitary High Performer
03:37 Dismissal by the Scientific Establishment
05:00 Professional Execution and Isolation
06:34 Rediscovery and Vindication
11:04 The Anomaly Registry
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United States
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