How to Pronounce Clodomiro Picado Twight
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Apr 17, 1887 San Marcos, Nicaragua Died on 16 May 1944 (aged 57)
Costa Rican scientist
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About Clodomiro Picado Twight
- Clodomiro Picado Twight (April 17, 1887 - May 16, 1944), also known as "Clorito Picado", was a Costa Rican scientist, born in Nicaragua, who was recognized for his research and discoveries.
- He was a pioneer in the researching of snakes and serpent venoms; his internationally recognized achievement is the development of various antivenins.
- His work on molds was a precursor to the formal discovery of penicillin.
- His work resulted in compounds which he used to treat patients at least one year before the re-discovery of penicillin by Alexander Fleming.
- He wrote over 115 works, mainly books and monographs.
