Hermann Muller

Hermann Müller was a notable geneticist who studied the effects of radiation on living organisms. In the 1920s, he conducted experiments that demonstrated how exposure to X-rays could cause mutations in fruit flies. His work revealed the genetic damage that radiation can inflict, making important contributions to our understanding of radiation biology and its implications for genetics, health, and environmental safety. Müller's findings highlighted the risks associated with radiation exposure, influencing both scientific research and public policy on radiation use and safety practices. He was awarded the Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine in 1946 for his groundbreaking research.