About this episode

This episode discusses Robert Boyle, often regarded as the first modern chemist, and his contributions beyond chemistry, including his role in the Royal Society.

Boyle is frequently described at the first modern chemist, but his work encompassed much more than that. Among other things, he was a founding member of the Royal Society.

Topics covered

• chemistry
• history of science
• Royal Society
• modern chemist
• Boyle's work

Keywords

• Robert Boyle
• chemistry
• Royal Society
• modern chemist
• scientific contributions

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Royal Society

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