JOURNAL ARTICLE

After bizarre journey, prized history of molecular biology archive finds new home.

  • Published In: Sciencemag.org, 2025. P. N.PAG 1 of 3

  • Database: Applied Science & Technology Source Ultimate 2 of 3

  • Authored By: Cohen, Jon 3 of 3

Abstract

The article discusses the recent public availability of a significant collection of documents, photos, and lab tools related to the discovery of DNA's structure, acquired by the Science History Institute (SHI) in Philadelphia. This collection includes key artifacts such as the original Photo 51, an x-ray diffraction image of DNA created by Rosalind Franklin, which played a crucial role in the discovery of DNA's double helix structure. The collection's history is marked by its controversial acquisition from a con man who misrepresented his credentials and involved various legal disputes before ultimately being purchased by the J. Craig Venter Institute (JCVI) and now SHI. The availability of these materials is expected to enhance scholarly research and public understanding of molecular biology and the contributions of various scientists, including Franklin, Watson, and Crick. [Extracted from the article]

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  • Source:Sciencemag.org. 2025/09, pN.PAG
  • Document Type:Article
  • Subject Area:Literature and Writing
  • Publication Date:2025
  • Accession Number:188023132
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