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The work I was involved in had no obvious therapeutic benefit. It was purely of scientific interest. I hope the country will continue to support basic research even though it may have no obvious practical value.
John Gurdon
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The work I was involved in had no obvious therapeutic benefit. It was purely of scientific interest. I hope the country will continue to support basic research even though it may have no obvious practical value. — John Gurdon

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John Gurdon was a Scientist from United Kingdom (1933–present).

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John Gurdon lived from 1933 – present.
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