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He proved that a "killed" virus could be successfully used as a vaccine. Other scientists at the time still believed that only a "live" virus injection would give a person immunity. However, using the "live" virus was, according to Salk, more dangerous, and this fact was proven when Dr. Sabin developed the "live" vaccine, the testing of which caused many deaths. Today, vaccines are produced using his "killed" virus methods.
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Who is the famous scientists who made important contributions in the study of genetics?
mendel. Watson. that's all i got. Gregor Mendel and Jonas Salk
What did jonas salk contribute to science?
He developed the Polio Vaccine
Who eradicated polio?
salk
The polio vaccine was developed in 1952 by?
Dr. Jonas Salk
What is the birth name of Jonas Salk?
Jonas Salk's birth name is Jonas Edward Salk.
Who developed a vaccine to combat polio?
In the 1950s, Salk developed the first polio vaccine, an injection. In 1962, Sabin developed the oral polio vaccine, taken by mouth, and still used, at present.
What is Jonas Salk's middle name?
Jonas "Edward" Salk
What year did Jonas salk retire?
Jonas Salk retired in 1985
How many children did Jonas Salk have?
Jonas Salk had 3 boys. Peter, Darrell, and Jonathan
What was Jonas Salk most known for?
Jonas Salk is most known for Polio.
What is Jonas Salk's favorite subject?
Jonas Salk's subject was virology and epidemiology,
What is Jonas Salk's birthday?
Jonas Salk was born on October 28, 1914.
