Author – James Watson Publisher – Weidenfeld and Nicolson (Penguin for later editions) Date – 1968 Rating 5/5 (for being classic – but 1/5 for its depiction of Franklin) Background As a geneticist, the discovery of the structure of deoxyribonucleic acid (DNA) is probably the greatest achievement in my field to date. This book isContinue reading “The Double Helix – a tale of male ego and a forgotten woman”
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The History of Alcohol – Dry January Day 5
Yes, I am still on the wagon for Dry January. I have to say it was quite difficult this weekend to avoid having a drink. Friday and Saturday nights seem to be a standard drinking evening so it’s a bit strange to reach for a lemonade instead. Honestly, I do think I am sleeping betterContinue reading “The History of Alcohol – Dry January Day 5”
Why Are Doctors Called Dr?
Why Are Doctors Called ‘Dr’? Not a book review but I thought it best to put my words down regarding this subject. A difficult one to get across I think and I apologise if the post doesn’t flow very well or the argument is a little over-egged. I have been a medical ‘doctor’ for overContinue reading “Why Are Doctors Called Dr?”
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