Death of a Genetic Pioneer Faces Extraordinary Accusation
Obituaries praised James V Neel as father of human genetics while a forthcoming book by Patrick Tierney accuses him of causing a measles epidemic in Yanomami communities through a dangerous vaccine. Epidemiologists dispute the claim as scientifically implausible and misquotations appear to undermine the allegation. A Norton representative warned pre publication copies may differ from the final edition.
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Law ethics clash colors Texas case in mayoral tone
A Texas child-court dispute draws ethics debate as attorney Jeffrey Robnett accuses Judge David Gibson of offering favorable rulings for campaign fundraising. The affair spirals through affidavits, withdrawals, and potential malpractice claims, highlighting public trust and confidentiality in law.
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