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World Service,01 Aug 2005,22 mins

From Cattle Herder To Medical Scientist

Health Matters

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An interview with Prof Onesmo ole-MoiYoi, Maasai cattle herder turned scientist. The programme explores how a bright student destined to be a Maasai cattle herder ended up becoming one of Africa's top scientists working on a cure for malaria. Presented by Barbara Myers.

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