Robert Winston

Surgeon and academic with political role

Robert Winston - Surgeon and academic with political role
Born

July 15th, 1940
85 years ago

Category

Leaders & Politicians

Country

United Kingdom

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A prominent surgeon and academic contributed to medicine and education while serving in the House of Lords. Specialized in reproductive medicine and helped advance public understanding of science through various media. Held the position of Professor of Fertility Studies at the University of London and authored several books aimed at educating the public about science and medicine.

Served as a member of the House of Lords

Contributed to reproductive medicine

Authored educational books on science

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