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Lost Women of Science, Episode 4: Breakfast in the Snow

In our final episode, we explore Dorothy Andersen’s legacy—what she left behind and how her work has lived on since her death. Describing her mentor’s influence on her life and career, Dr. Celia Ores gives us a rare look into what Dr. Andersen was really like. We then turn to researchers, doctors, and patients, who fill us in on the progress that has grown from Dr. Andersen’s initial work. These major developments include the discovery of the cystic fibrosis gene, the tremendous impact of the drug Trikafta, and the potential of lifesaving gene editing techniques.

Lost Women of Science Awarded $446,760 Grant from the Gordon and Betty Moore Foundation to Produce Podcast Seasons 2, 3, and 4

Lost Women of Science Awarded $446,760 Grant from the Gordon and Betty Moore Foundation to Produce Podcast Seasons 2, 3, and 4

The Lost Women of Science, Episode 1: The Question Mark

When physician and pathologist Dorothy Andersen confronted a slew of confounding infant deaths, she suspected the accepted diagnosis wasn’t right. Her medical sleuthing led to the world’s understanding of cystic fibrosis, a disease that affects the lungs, the pancreas and a host of other organs. But she is by no means a household name. Who was this scientist, and how did she come to quietly make such an important medical contribution? This is the Lost Women of Science  podcast

Microsoft executives told Bill Gates to stop emailing a female staffer years ago

The 2019 letter from a Microsoft Corp. engineer reporting an affair with Bill Gates that preceded his exit from the board wasn't the first time some Microsoft directors encountered the billionaire's inappropriate behavior with female employees.