medical innovations

Reveals the true stories behind some of medicine's most important accidental discoveries, explaining how penicillin, chemotherapy drugs, x-rays, antidepressants, and Viagra were discovered while researchers were searching for something else.

Contrasts the monster-creating escapades of mad scientists such as Frankenstein, Moreau, and Jekyll with the methods used by real scientists who try to help, not hurt, the world.

Profiles seven modern achievements in medicine, such as microscopy, vaccination, and heart transplants, discussing their development and qualities, and examining their contributions to scientific or technological advances.

Traces the history of medicine from early surgery and the discovery of radioactivity to progress in modern medicines and genetic engineering. Includes some simple activities.