Significant Events in Science History
Death of Pierre Curie (1906)
In 1906, renowned French physicist Pierre Curie passed away. He is celebrated for his pioneering research in radiation, which he conducted alongside his wife, Marie Curie.
Birth of Glenn T. Seaborg (1912)
In 1912, American chemist Glenn T. Seaborg was born. He is recognized for his groundbreaking discovery of iodine-131, a crucial element used in the treatment of thyroid disease.
Death of Francois Jacob (2013)
French biologist Francois Jacob passed away in 2013. He is known for his influential concept that the regulation of enzyme levels in all cells is controlled through the process of transcription.