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Marie Curie
Episode 4 of 5
The Essay considers how five real-life scientists have been portrayed in culture, examining along the way ideas of genius, inspiration and authority.
Tonight scientist and novelist Sunetra Gupta considers Marie Curie's reputation as self-sacrificing scientific saint.
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Thu 17 Jan 2013
22:45
麻豆社 Radio 3
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