Morton A. Meyers

Morton A. Meyers is a distinguished physician, academic, and author whose work bridges the gap between hard medical science and the history of discovery. A Professor of Radiology and Medicine at the State University of New York (SUNY) at Stony Brook, Dr. Meyers is best known for his insightful books on the nature of scientific progress, including Happy Accidents: Serendipity in Modern Medical Breakthroughs and Prize Fight. His writing challenges the conventional view that science is a strictly linear, logical process. Instead, he highlights the crucial role of chance, intuition, and "creative accidents" in some of history’s most important medical cures, from penicillin to chemotherapy.\n\nMeyers brings a rare combination of clinical expertise and narrative flair to his subjects. He often explores the sociology of science, investigating how ego, politics, and rivalry can both drive and hinder innovation. In Prize Fight, he offers a controversial and detailed look at the battles for the Nobel Prize, exposing the often overlooked contributors who were left out of the history books. Meyers serves as a reminder that science is a deeply human endeavor, flawed and messy, yet capable of moments of transcendent genius. His work appeals to both medical professionals and general readers who want to understand the real stories behind the headlines of medical triumph.