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Penicillin: The Magic Bullet

200652 minPGdocumentary

Howard Florey races against time to develop penicillin, a breakthrough that saves thousands of soldiers' lives during World War II.

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Howard Florey races against time to develop penicillin, a breakthrough that saves thousands of soldiers' lives during World War II.

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Howard Florey worked in Oxford, England, during World War II. He led a team of scientists to develop penicillin. Their goal was to create a treatment for infections that would save thousands of soldiers' lives. Florey faced challenges and competition in his efforts. His work ultimately contributed to winning the Nobel Prize. This documentary covers the story behind the invention of penicillin and the scientists involved in the race against time.

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