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“The National Academy of Sciences would be unable to give a unanimous decision if asked whether the sun would rise tomorrow.”

Quote by Paul R. Ehrlich

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Paul R. Ehrlich

Paul R. Ehrlich is a renowned population biologist known for his research on population ecology and biodiversity. Born on May 29, 1932, he is an advocate for the issues of population explosion and biodiversity, authoring the influential book 'The Population Bomb.' His work has had a profound impact on global environmental issues. more

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