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Albert Sabin

Polish-American medical researcher

Born: Died: American

Albert Bruce Sabin was a Polish-American medical researcher, best known for developing the oral polio vaccine, which has played a key role in nearly eradicating the disease. In 1969–1972, he served as the president of the Weizmann Institute of Science in Israel.

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Polish-American medical researcher

Albert Sabin's Historical Timeline

  1. Scientist Albert Sabin announces that his oral polio vaccine is ready for testing; it soon replaces Jonas Salk's vaccine

    Scientist Albert Sabin announces that his oral polio vaccine is ready for testing; it soon replaces Jonas Salk's vaccine in many parts of the world

  2. Albert Sabin dies

    Albert Sabin, American polish-american medical researcher, known for polish-american medical researcher, died on 1993-03-03.

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Albert Sabin born?
Albert Sabin was born on 1906-03-03 (American).
What is Albert Sabin known for?
Polish-American medical researcher
What historical events involved Albert Sabin?
Albert Sabin was involved in 2 recorded historical events, including Scientist Albert Sabin announces that his oral polio vaccine is ready for testing; it soon replaces Jonas Salk's vaccine, Albert Sabin dies.
When did Albert Sabin die?
Albert Sabin died on 1993-01-01.

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