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“Most drugs work on only about a third of the population, they do no damage to another third, and the final third can have negative consequences.”

Quote by Craig Venter

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Craig Venter, born on October 14, 1946, is a renowned geneticist. His groundbreaking work in genomics, particularly his leadership in the Human Genome Project, has significantly advanced our understanding of the human genome. Venter's research has had a profound impact on biotechnology, medicine, and the field of biology. more

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