"I've never worked for an idea. I've never worked for reputation. I've worked for myself."
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About Barbara McClintock
Barbara McClintock (1902-1992) was an American scientist known for her groundbreaking work in genetics. She received the Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine in 1983 for her discovery of genetic transposition in maize. McClintock's research revolutionized the field of genetics and laid the foundation for modern genetic studies. She was a pioneer in understanding the role of mobile genetic elements in controlling gene expression and genetic variability.
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