Gregor Mendel: Great Minds

The video explores the life and work of Gregor Mendel, an Austrian monk who pioneered modern genetics through his experiments with pea plants. Mendel's meticulous studies led to the formulation of key genetic laws, including the law of segregation and the law of independent assortment. Despite his groundbreaking work, Mendel's findings were not recognized until decades later. The video also touches on the controversy surrounding the accuracy of Mendel's data, as highlighted by statistician Ronald Fisher.

Why was Mendel's work not recognized during his lifetime?

What controversy arose regarding Mendel's data in the 20th century?

How did Mendel's findings influence modern genetics?

What are Mendelian traits, and can you provide an example?