Alexandre Yersin
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Alexandre Yersin made a great impact on the world of medicine. He had an abundance of curiosity that led him to research a wide range of illnesses including Diphtheria, Pneumonic Plague and Malaria. His cure for the Bubonic Plague produced staggering result . He helped save the lives of millions of people through his outstanding discoveries. Follow him on his amazing journey, through his tireless research, to his life in Vietnam, where he also discovered a passion for agriculture.
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Howard Florey
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Charles Darwin
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Joseph Banks
Botanist Joseph Banks is a true example of a person whose hobby became his profession and work. Although not a sailor, he went on many voyages to collect botanical specimens and advice that would lead to the formation of a new British colony, later to be called Australia. Also, as a man of high society, he had influence over Government policies in England for more than 40 years.
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