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Charles Herbert Best
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Noun1.Charles Herbert Best - Canadian physiologist (born in the United States) who assisted F. G. Banting in research leading to the discovery of insulin (1899-1978)


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It is celebrated every year on November 14, the date of birth of Frederick Banting, who discovered insulin along with Charles Best.
1921: The first insulin was isolated by Canadians Sir Frederick Banting and his assistant Charles Best, providing an effective treatment for diabetes.
The date was chosen because it marks the birthday of Frederick Banting, who, along with Charles Best, is credited with the discovery of insulin in 1921.
 
 
 
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