Plot: The final part of this series looking at three brilliant contemporary scientists features Sir Tim Hunt, awarded the Nobel Prize for his discovery of the mechanism of how cells divide - a discovery fundamental to the life and growth of every single creature on the planet, as well as a vital clue into the mystery of cancer. Hunt recalls moments in his life that provided inspiration for his career as a scientist, from his father's intent scholarship which shaped his early methods to his mother's battle with cancer and the influence of this on his current position at Cancer Research UK

Beautiful Minds - Season 1 - Tim Hunt (Episode 3)
Episode Aired On:
Wednesday, April 21 2010
15 years ago
Wednesday, April 21 2010
15 years ago
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