Antony Galione
Pharmacologist and cell biologist
Contributed to the understanding of calcium signaling and membrane biology. Conducted significant research on the role of inositol phosphates in cellular processes. Held academic positions, including a professorship at the University of Oxford. Published extensively in peer-reviewed journals, contributing to the field of pharmacology and biochemistry.
Research on inositol trisphosphate
Investigations into cellular calcium signaling
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American singer-songwriter and guitarist
Born
September 13th, 1975 50 years ago
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Bluegrass musician and mandolin player
Born
September 13th, 1911 114 years ago
Died
September 9th, 1996 29 years ago — 84 years old
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Biochemist and Nobel Prize laureate
Born
September 13th, 1887 138 years ago
Died
September 26th, 1976 49 years ago — 89 years old
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Singer and Eurovision contestant
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September 13th, 1994 31 years ago
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American actor in Western films
Born
September 13th, 1924 101 years ago
Died
April 16th, 1985 41 years ago — 60 years old
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Swedish pornographic actress and model
Born
September 13th, 1976 49 years ago
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