On International Women’s Rights Day, we are delighted to present our podcast Rosalind Franklin, Quelle(s) Histoire(s)!
Part of our ‘Science, Quelle(s) histoire(s)’ series, this episode explore the journey and challenges of a woman scientist in the mid-20ᵉ century. You will discover the story of the discovery of the double helix structure of DNA, a major breakthrough for science and essential to the understanding of many rare diseases.
This narrative highlights the ambition and struggles faced by this outstanding researcher, whose contribution was unfairly overshadowed in her day. But as Florian Delval points out:
‘’Rosalind Franklin was much more than the woman whose work was taken for granted.’’
Today, she is recognized as a true scientific genius and an iconic figure of feminism in the fields of science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM). Unfortunately; the field of scientific research is still marked by major gender inequalities, particularly in terms of the recognition and integration of women, the under-funding of projects dedicated to them and their low level of inclusion in clinical trials. These disparities have a direct impact, particularly on women’s health. Stories like Rosalind Franklin’s are essential to understanding the roots and challenges of these issues.
Other publications are available in our catalogue, such as the report Promising Practices: Remedying the Under-Representation of Women in Science, Engineering and Medicine, shedding light on these struggles and sharing knowledge to advance equality.
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