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Alexander Fleming: St Mary
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Alexander Fleming is one of those remarkable historical figures whose work changed the world virtually overnight. You can experience the story of this momentous breakthrough in medical science and its massive impact on the health of the world with a video presentation and display.
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The discovery which was to make Alexander Fleming famous was made by chance and its immense significance was not immediately apparent. In the summer of 1928 Alexander Fleming, by then a bacteriologist at St Mary's Hospital, Paddington, went away on holiday. As was his habit - he was very untidy - he left a clutter of plates growing various bacteria lying about his desk. While he was relaxing on holiday, something very strange was happening back at the laboratory. Some fungus spores floated onto one of the plates, probably wafting in the door which was always open. The weather as perfect for them to grow.
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Alexander Fleming has staffed its laboratories with leading researchers in immunology, molecular biology and genetics and has achieved international acclaim for its cutting-edge research. The center, begun in 1998, is actively involved in international collaborations and trains Greek and international graduate students and post-doctoral fellows.
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Alexander Fleming was born at Lochfield (Scotland) on August 6th, 1881. At the age of 14 he moved to London, where he studied medicine. His scientific work was developed at St. Mary's Medical School, London University.
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After making his discovery, Alexander Fleming published his work in 1929 and strange to say, did not continue this research, partly because it was difficult to make and store. He was convinced that it would be able to save many lives and when asked he sent samples to world-wide laboratories.
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The vision of Robert L. Grimes /Alexander Fleming is to create a positive environment where all students will learn. Each student will achieve at their maximum potential, function effectively in the community and contribute to the broader society.
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