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The Rise of a Wonder Drug
Mar 18, 198655 min
When Alexander Fleming discovered the penicillin mold in 1928, he never considered its possible therapeutic value. NOVA explores the "Fleming myth" and reveals the true story of the scientists who worked behind the scenes to develop the wonder drug of the century.
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Episode Summary
"The Rise of a Wonder Drug" is episode 9 of NOVA season 13. It aired on March 18, 1986.