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Rosalind Looked Closer

An Unsung Hero of Molecular Science

Rosalind Looked Closer

An Unsung Hero of Molecular Science

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The story of a persistent woman whose research in molecular biology changed the world.

As a Jewish girl in England, Rosalind Franklin grew up against the backdrop of World War II. Fascinated with the natural world, as well as the invisible world that she could only see through her microscope, Rosalind developed a passion for science during a time when few women were recognized for their contributions to the field.

Despite her father's discouragement, Rosalind studied chemistry at Cambridge University and went on to study the molecular structure of carbons and DNA molecules. As a scientist, she learned a new technique called X-ray diffraction to take photos of molecular structures. With this technique she captured an image of DNA that was unlike any other image that had been seen before. She saw an image of a helix made up of repeating strands of DNA. It was mesmerizing. This was what the DNA double helix looked like up-close--one of the most important findings of the 20th century.

An unsung hero of molecular science, Rosalind persisted even when men took credit for her work, going on to research the molecular shape of the viruses. Rosalind Looks Closer is sure to inspire educators and parents interested in encouraging curiosity and a passion for STEM in girls and boys.

Download the free Rosalind Looked Closer educator’s guide for kids to continue learning about DNA and the invaluable contributions of female scientists.

Reviews

"A new generation is introduced to a fascinating woman of science whose story deserves to be more widely known."

Kirkus Reviews

Biographies of women scientists are sorely needed, and this one appears to be well researched.

School Library Journal

"Gerin com­bines sci­en­tif­ic accu­ra­cy with art­ful lan­guage to cap­ture Franklin's fas­ci­na­tion with the uni­verse."

Jewish Book Council

Product Info

  • Format Hardcover
  • ISBN 9781506470658
  • eBook ISBN 9781506470665
  • Age Early Grades (5-8 years)
  • Dimensions 8.75 x 10.25
  • Pages 40
  • Publication Date August 30, 2022
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