Women in Radiation History: Rosalind Franklin
British scientist Rosalind Franklin’s application of radiation science was truly historic. Her work with x-ray crystallography confirmed the double-helix structure of the DNA molecule. During World War II, she used her talents in service to her country. Dr. Franklin’s research advanced the understanding of viruses. Her remarkable life was tragically cut short by cancer.
This page on Rosalind Franklin is part of the Women in Radiation History section of RadTown.
Rosalind Franklin
Born: July 25, 1920, London, United Kingdom
Died: April 16, 1958, London, United Kingdom
Awards: Louisa Gross Horwitz Prize
Education: University of Cambridge
Field of Study: Physical Chemistry, X-ray Crystallography
Career: King's College London, Birkbeck College