Charles Herbert Best

Charles Herbert Best

Canadian medical scientist and co-discoverer of insulin

πŸ—“οΈFebruary 27, 1899 - March 31, 1978
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πŸ“–Biography

Charles Herbert Best was a Canadian medical scientist who is best known as a co-discoverer of insulin along with Frederick Banting, a breakthrough that transformed diabetes treatment.

πŸ†Major Works & Achievements

  • ✦Co-discovered insulin
  • ✦Inducted into the Canadian Medical Hall of Fame

πŸ’¬Famous Quotes

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The discovery of insulin was not a sudden event, but the result of continuous hard work.

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Medical research is the foundation of our future health.

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