Samuel Victor Perry
English biochemist and rugby player
Born
July 16th, 1918
106 years ago
Died
2009
16 years ago — 91 years old
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
England
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This individual contributed to biochemistry, focusing on the study of enzyme activity and metabolic processes. Additionally, rugby union played a significant role in athletic pursuits, where competing with the England national rugby team occurred during the late 1940s. Throughout the career in sports, attended numerous international matches, contributing to the team's efforts in the post-war international rugby scene.
Competed for the England national rugby team
Conducted research on enzyme activity
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