Great Women of Science: Rosalind Franklin – The Hidden Giant Behind the Modelling of DNA

Great Women of Science: Rosalind Franklin – The Hidden Giant Behind the Modelling of DNA

Before Watson and Crick basked in Nobel glory, before The Double Helix mythologized their genius, there was the photo. Photo 51—crisp, clear, and groundbreaking—captured by Dr. Rosalind Franklin, the crystallographer whose name is often footnoted in a story she helped write. But Franklin wasn't just a supporting character in the DNA saga—she was the scaffolding.

What’s in a Name: Cure51 Co-founder Nicolas Wolikow on honouring Rosalind Franklin and one of the most important photos ever taken - Silicon Canals

In the rapidly evolving landscape of biotechnology and cancer research, a growing number of companies are pushing the boundaries of what is possible in oncology. One among them is Cure51 Meet Cure51 Based out of Paris, Cure51 is a TechBio company focused on building the first global database of cancer survivors. Established in collaboration with leading oncology centres, the company has identified over 1,500 survivors across 42 countries, repres…