Women Who Shaped Science

The video highlights the contributions of two remarkable women, Mary Montagu and Henrietta Lacks, to the world. Mary Montagu introduced early vaccination methods and challenged societal norms about women's roles. Henrietta Lacks' cells, taken without her consent, became crucial in scientific research, raising ethical questions. The video emphasizes the importance of recognizing these women's impacts and sets the stage for discussing more influential women in future episodes.

What impact did Mary Montagu have on the perception of women's roles in society?

In what ways did Henrietta Lacks' story highlight issues of bioethics?