The Times of India

In 1895, Wilhelm Rontgen noticed a glowing screen in a dark lab, tested it on a hand, and launched modern medical imaging

A chance observation in a late 1895 lab led to Wilhelm Rntgen's discovery of X-rays, revolutionizing medicine. Initially used to locate fractures and foreign objects without surgery, the technology quickly moved from labs to hospitals. Rntgen's iconic image of his wife's hand showcased the power of seeing inside the body, transforming diagnostics and patient care forever.