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Jonas Salk - Jewish-American inventor of polio vaccine (1914–1995)

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23 June, 1995
Jonas Salk died from heart failure at the age of 80 in La Jolla, California. His death marked the loss of a prominent figure in medical research and a champion of public health. Salk's legacy continues to inspire scientists and researchers in the pursuit of innovative solutions to global health challenges.
26 June, 1970
Jonas Salk marries Françoise Gilot, a French painter. Gilot was previously involved with Pablo Picasso. The marriage added a new dimension to Salk's life, merging the worlds of science and art.
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Birth in New York City
October 28, 1914
Jonas Salk was born in New York City to Jewish immigrants, Daniel and Dora Salk. He was the first in his family to attend college, setting the stage for a remarkable career in science and medicine.
Graduation from City College of New York
1934
Salk graduated from City College of New York with a Bachelor of Science degree in chemistry. This foundational education ignited his passion for scientific inquiry and prepared him for his pursuit of medical research.
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Developing one of the first successful polio vaccines.