151. Francis Crick: From DNA to the Brain with Prof Matthew Cobb

151. Francis Crick: From DNA to the Brain with Prof Matthew Cobb

In this episode, we speak to Prof Matthew Cobb, professor of zoology at the University of Manchester and author of Crick: A Mind in Motion, which profiles Francis Crick. Matthew shares insights into his own academic background in neurobiology and evolution, explaining the motivation behind his latest book. He delves into the collaborative approaches that fueled Crick's work and explains the complex dynamics between Crick, James Watson, and Rosalind Franklin during their pursuit of the double helix structure. Finally, Matthew touches on Crick’s cannabis and psychedelic use.

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Prof Matt Cob

Crick: A Mind in Motion

What and how do maggots smell?

The Double Helix

Beatles Letter

Mescaline Poem

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