Rita Levi-Montalcini
Neurologist, Nobel Prize laureate
Completed medical studies and began research in neurobiology. Conducted pioneering work on nerve growth factor, leading to significant advancements in understanding nervous system development and function. Awarded the Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine in 1986 for discoveries regarding growth factors. Served as a professor of neurobiology at Washington University in St. Louis and received numerous honors and accolades throughout her career in academia and research.
Discovered nerve growth factor
Awarded Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine in 1986
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English cricketer and T20 specialist
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American rapper and actor of 'Bird Box'
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April 22nd, 1990 35 years ago
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Danish mathematician, footballer, and scholar
Born
April 22nd, 1887 138 years ago
Died
January 22nd, 1951 75 years ago — 63 years old
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American baseball player and MVP contender
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April 22nd, 1988 37 years ago
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American football quarterback champion
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April 22nd, 1961 64 years ago
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Ice Hockey Coach, 2002 Olympic Champion
Born
April 22nd, 1962 63 years ago
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Cricketer and coach for South Africa
Born
August 12th, 1940 85 years ago
Died
December 30th, 2005 20 years ago — 65 years old
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Filipino journalist and author
Born
June 19th, 1861 164 years ago
Died
December 30th, 1896 129 years ago — 35 years old
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December 5th, 1907 118 years ago
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November 17th, 1904 121 years ago
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August 12th, 1919 106 years ago
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Bishop of Worcester and saint
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December 30th, 717 1308 years ago — None years old
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