Gordon Gould
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Discover how a ‘Maser’ became a ‘Laser’. The Amazing People Club® invites you to meet Gordon Gould, the man behind Light Amplification by Stimulated Emission of Radiation (LASER). This amazing invention has become an integral part of working life in many industries. However, much of his life was spent battling disputes over patent ownership, before he gained final recognition for his innovative thinking. Be inspired by his genial mind as he takes you on a journey of discovery into pioneering laser technology.
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Isaac Newton
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Robert Koch
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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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Marie Curie
A selfless genius and a dedicated mother who has left an amazing legacy for her children. Marie Curie literally offered her life for the work she believed in. She was also a passionate mother and wife, and her love for Pierre was very deep. She displayed much courage as she pressed forward with her work and research. Be inspired by this amazing woman who through her strong problem solving abilities, research capabilities, creativity, and organizational skills, was able to achieve success in her work and receive two Nobel Prizes. How did she do all of this and still find the time to be a devoted mother? Her story is truly fascinating and she deserves the admiration of every scientist, woman and mother on this earth for her tenacious spirit and the sacrifices she made.
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