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“I always say it was great for God to send his only son, but I'm waiting for him to send his only daughter. Then things will really be great.”

Quote by Candace Pert

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Candace Pert was an American neuroscientist recognized for her pioneering work in neuroscience. She was a leader in the study of opiate receptors and the function of peptides in the brain, significantly advancing the understanding of the brain's biochemistry and contributing to the development of painkillers. She passed away on September 12, 2013. more

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