The Beauty of Diagrams
Mathematician Marcus du Sautoy looks at six famous scientific diagrams, from the Vitruvian Man to the double helix and the Pioneer plaques. Investigating their historical context, layers of meaning and artistic beauty.
- 2010-2010
- 1 season
- Documentary
Mathematician Marcus du Sautoy looks at six famous scientific diagrams, from the Vitruvian Man to the double helix and the Pioneer plaques. Investigating their historical context, layers of meaning and artistic beauty.
Season 1 Episode Guide
6 Episodes 2010
Episode 1
Vitruvian Man
Episode 2
Copernicus
Episode 3
Newton's Prism
Episode 4
Florence Nightingale
Episode 5
DNA
Episode 6