
Sir Godfrey Hounsfield
A British engineer recognized for developing the first commercially available CT scanner.
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Sep 16, 2024 • 10min
The invention of the CT scanner
Allan Cormack, a South African physicist, and Sir Godfrey Hounsfield, a British engineer, revolutionized medical imaging with the invention of the CT scanner in 1971. Their journey began with skepticism and culminated in a groundbreaking success that transformed healthcare. Robert Cormack shares personal insights about his father's role in this innovation, reflecting on the impact it has had on tumor detection and medical practices. The podcast also touches on the legacy of the Nobel Prize and the humorous moments surrounding its recognition.