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Carl Djerassi

Born: 1923
Birthplace: Vienna, Austria

Oral contraceptives—Along with developing the oral contraceptive Djerassi's research has included work with steroids, antibiotics, synthesis of antihistamines and anti-inflammatory agents. (1978)

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