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“It is the great glory as well as the great threat of science that everything which is in principle possible can be done if the intention to do it is sufficiently resolute.”

Quote by Peter Medawar

Book:The Threat and the Glory: Reflections on Science and Scientists

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The Threat and the Glory: Reflections on Science and Scientists

This book delves into the profound influence of scientific advancements and the individuals behind them, examining both the benefits and challenges that arise from scientific progress. more

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Peter Medawar was a British biologist and immunologist recognized for his work in transplantation immunology. He was awarded the Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine in 1960 for his discovery of immunological tolerance. more

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