Great Scientists In History

Presented By Talkstraight Productions

Welcome to our Science odyssey, where we journey through the annals of history to find out about the great scientific discoveries and those who made them. Our “Great Scientists In History" is an accompanying blog to “The Kennardley Talkstraight Show” podcast, where Kennardley talks to famous figures from the past. Series three is all about the Great Scientists, so each blog on this page gives a little extra background information on each of the featured guests of the podcast.

Join us on an exhilarating exploration of the lives, works, and legacies of these extraordinary visionaries. 

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How Marie Curie Created Mobile X-Ray Units In WW I
How Marie Curie Created Mobile X-Ray Units In WW I

Marie Curie’s mobile x-ray units in WW I made it possible for doctors to diagnose injuries accurately and close to the front line, particularly shrapnel related and bone fracture injuries, avoiding unnecessary amputations.

Did Galileo Invent The Telescope?
Did Galileo Invent The Telescope?

It is a common misconception that Galileo invented the telescope, but that distinction is held by Dutch lens maker Hans Lippershay in 1608. It was Galileo, however, that improved on the design and used it to revolutionise astronomy and completely alter our understanding of the universe.

Isaac Newton And The Theory Of Gravity
Isaac Newton And The Theory Of Gravity

The story of Sir Isaac Newton and the apple is a popular anecdote that illustrates how he conceptualized the law of universal gravitation. We take a look at some of the influences that led to Newtons great discovery.