Gregor Mendel
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Who would have thought that a childhood study of beekeeping would lead to gaining the title ‘Father of Genetics’? Follow Gregor Mendel on his amazing journey through his momentous discoveries in biology. Ordained a priest, he enjoyed the idea of blending science and religion, however his research into the foundation of life conflicted with certain aspects of the religion that he embraced. Discover how his keen interest in natural sciences and innate curiosity, led to findings we know today as ‘Mendel’s Laws of Inheritance’. His story is truly inspirational and his legacy continues, with his pioneering theories still embraced by great scientists.
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Gerhard Domagk
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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