Stories
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A history of twins in science
For thousands of years, twins have been a source of fascination in mythology, religion and the arts. Since the 19th century, they have also been the subject of scientific study and experimentation.
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The tale of the toxic kidneys
In 1954 a serendipitous coming together of skills and circumstances allowed the first successful organ transplant to take place. Read how Richard Herrick’s life was prolonged by his identical twin’s generosity.
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Mixed feelings and milk siblings
A friend in need has a profound effect on Alev’s feelings about women sharing their milk in this final instalment of ‘The Breastmilk Market’.
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The intermediate life of spirits
Courttia Newland explores the events and his feelings surrounding the death of his mother-in-law, Tara Chauhan.
Catalogue
- Archives and manuscripts
Twins and Heredity Tables
Date: 1874-1875Reference: GALTON/2/4/3/12/9Part of: Galton Papers- Audio
Twins.
Date: 2004- Digital Images
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Twins
Heather Spears- Archives and manuscripts
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[Twins]
Date: 1914Reference: WA/HSW/PH/H.17Part of: Personal papers of Henry Solomon Wellcome (1853-1936)- Digital Images
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Twins
Heather Spears