Video | Health & Medical Care

Wilhelm Röntgen: X-rays | Heroes of Progress | Ep. 26

By discovering the x-ray, Röntgen fundamentally changed medical practices forever.

Alexander C. R. Hammond — Mar 18, 2023

Read the full article about Wilhelm Röntgen here.

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