John Boyd Orr

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John Boyd Orr


Born
in Kilmaurs, Ayrshire, Scotland
September 23, 1880

Died
June 25, 1971

Genre

Influences


John Boyd Orr, 1st Baron Boyd-Orr CH, DSO, MC, FRS, known as Sir John Boyd Orr from 1935 to 1949, was a Scottish teacher, doctor, biologist and politician who received the Nobel Peace Prize for his scientific research into nutrition and his work as the first Director-General of the United Nations Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO). He was the co-founder and the first President (1960–1971) of the World Academy of Art and Science (WAAS).

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Food Health and Income

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As I Recall: the 1880s to t...

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What Science Stands For

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The White Man's Dilemma

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The Wonderful World of Food...

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Minerals in Pastures & thei...

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Protect and Produce

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Essentials of Veterinary Ph...

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The Scotland of Our Sons

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