Alexander Fleming
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Discover how a lack of orderliness in his lab, led to Alexander Fleming discovering penicillin. The most powerful of all antibiotics, it has changed the face of medicine in a profound way. His initial work and publications on this started what was to become the development of one of the most important scientific and medical discoveries in history. Where would we be without it today?
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William Harvey
Despite much adversity, William Harvey devoted his life to researching the primary role of blood and how it circulates throughout the body. His revolutionary discoveries paved the way for new approaches to medicine and his findings became the foundation for research relating to the heart and blood. William’s contributions to physiology were invaluable and his legacy lives on today.
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Humphry Davy
Best remembered for discovering chlorine and iodine, Humphry Davy made many scientific contributions to our world, that have proved invaluable. Follow him on an amazing journey from impoverished beginnings to becoming Britain’s leading scientist and receiving a knighthood. Everyone has heard of his ‘Davy Lamp’, the first electric light that enabled miners to work safely, in close proximity to flammable gasses. Humphry played a major role in encouraging a scientific approach to manufacturing and production, helping to improve many areas of industry.
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Charles Darwin
Meet Charles Darwin, responsible for the theory of natural selection and author of ‘The Origin of Species’. Darwin is arguably one of the most influential characters in world history, in that he redefined so many pre-conceived ideas. He was far ahead of his time. His inspiring life story comes alive through BioViews®. You can follow the young Darwin from his early years, when his mother died, through to his medical studies. During that time, his curiosity in natural order and development sent him off on explorations that would ultimately change the way the world is regarded. His work has greatly influenced modern science and faith. Even when facing opposition, he refused to give in. He built his entire life around learning and trying to understand the wonderful world in which he live.
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Joseph Banks
Botanist Joseph Banks is a true example of a person whose hobby became his profession and work. Although not a sailor, he went on many voyages to collect botanical specimens and advice that would lead to the formation of a new British colony, later to be called Australia. Also, as a man of high society, he had influence over Government policies in England for more than 40 years.
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