Hudson Freeze
Type: Person
As of November 2026, Hudson Freeze has been mentioned in one podcast episode on Radiolab (Dec 2025). In the Radiolab episode "The Age of Aquaticus," Hudson Freeze discusses his work in 1966 on the Yellowstone hot springs, which led to the discovery of Thermus aquaticus. He emphasizes the significance of this research in enabling PCR technology and advocates for funding basic research, framing his experience as a unique and pivotal moment in scientific history.
Professor of Human Genetics and Pediatrics (emeritus/longtime faculty) at University of California, San Diego (UC San Diego) School of Medicine / Sanford Consortium for Regenerative Medicine (Freeze Lab) specializing in Human genetics, Biochemistry, Glycobiology.
| Mentioned in | 1 episode on 1 podcast (as of November 2026) |
|---|---|
| First heard | Dec 2025 on Radiolab |
Which podcasts has Hudson Freeze appeared on?
Hudson Freeze came up; the most recent mention was Dec 2025 on Radiolab.
- The Age of Aquaticus | Radiolab Podcast on Radiolab (Dec 2025)
What is Hudson Freeze mentioned alongside?
Hudson Freeze is most often mentioned alongside Thermus aquaticus, Dr. Thomas Brock and Golden Goose Award.
Worked with: Thermus aquaticus, Dr. Thomas Brock
Affiliated with: Golden Goose Award, PCR, Indiana University
Mentioned together: Dr. Thomas Brock, mating types in yeast, Yellowstone National Park, hot springs, scientific consensus that nothing could live above 73 Celsius (163 Fahrenheit), Garrett, Indiana, the Dakotas, Billings, Montana, West Yellowstone, Ted Kaczynski