Robert Knox
Type: Person
As of November 2026, Robert Knox has been mentioned in one podcast episode on The BMJ (Oct 2025). Central historical example illustrating unethical anatomy practices: received bodies from Burke and Hare; preserved and eroticized Mary Patterson; avoided formal punishment.
Anatomist (19th century) at Edinburgh (anatomy teaching; later moved to London per episode) specializing in anatomy, medical education (historical), dissection (historical practice).
| Mentioned in | 1 episode on 1 podcast (as of November 2026) |
|---|---|
| First heard | Oct 2025 on The BMJ |
| Role | Anatomist (19th century) |
| Affiliation | Edinburgh (anatomy teaching; later moved to London per episode) |
Who talks about Robert Knox on podcasts?
Robert Knox came up; the most recent mention was Oct 2025 on The BMJ.
- Dissection Horror Stories - Halloween Episode on The BMJ (Oct 2025)
What is Robert Knox mentioned alongside?
Robert Knox is most often mentioned alongside Burke and Hare, William Burke and William Hare.
Worked with: Burke and Hare, William Burke, William Hare