Gerhard Domagk
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Clean hands and sterilized surgical equipment, are things which we take for granted today. This may well be thanks to Gerhard Domagk, who despite much criticism, insisted that many deaths from infections after surgery were avoidable. Disinfection is an everyday part of our lives today and he developed the first form called Zephirol. His determination saw him continue to make further groundbreaking discoveries in the form of early antibiotics, which have proved to be intrinsic to saving so many lives today. Discover what motivated him to persist with his research that has changed our world.
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Although he trained as a lawyer, Antoine Lavoisier made his mark as an eminent French chemist and biologist. Known as ‘the father of modern chemistry’, his achievements included writing the first list of elements and naming oxygen and hydrogen. His acute sense of attention to detail and love of accuracy, also led him to develop the metric system of measurement. His wife, Marie-Anne Lavoisier, was also a respected scientist in her own right and their work together was of great value – truly a marriage of love and inspiration.
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Edward Jenner
‘Don’t think – try’ was the advice given to the young Edward Jenner by his teacher. Edward followed this advice throughout his life with amazing results! Be inspired by, Dr Edward Jenner; the ‘Father of Immunology’, the pioneer of the smallpox vaccine and the man whose works have saved countless lives, as he reveals his own incredible story. Follow Dr Jenner’s fascinating life journey from student to general practitioner and surgeon, to his astounding and innovative research into vaccination.
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Charles Darwin
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Marie Curie
A selfless genius and a dedicated mother who has left an amazing legacy for her children. Marie Curie literally offered her life for the work she believed in. She was also a passionate mother and wife, and her love for Pierre was very deep. She displayed much courage as she pressed forward with her work and research. Be inspired by this amazing woman who through her strong problem solving abilities, research capabilities, creativity, and organizational skills, was able to achieve success in her work and receive two Nobel Prizes. How did she do all of this and still find the time to be a devoted mother? Her story is truly fascinating and she deserves the admiration of every scientist, woman and mother on this earth for her tenacious spirit and the sacrifices she made.
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