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The Woman Who Grew the First GMO
Dr. Mary-Dell Chilton, the pioneering plant biochemist who created the first genetically modified plant in 1982, passed away at 87, leaving behind a legacy that reshaped agriculture and science. A trailblazer for women in STEM, she was raised by a business-savvy grandmother and earned top honors including the World Food Prize and the National Medal of Technology from President Biden. Beyond her groundbreaking work, she was a devoted canoeist, card shark, and dog lover — a true renaissance woman whose impact will echo for generations. Support the show:Get a discount at…
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