Gregory Pincus

Gregory Pincus

scientist United States

Gregory Pincus was an American biologist and researcher best known for co-developing the first oral contraceptive pill in the 1960s, which played a pivotal role in the sexual revolution and women's reproductive rights. His innovative work laid the groundwork for hormonal contraception, significantly impacting family planning and women's health. Pincus's research focused on the effects of hormones on reproduction, and he was instrumental in the development of the contraceptive pill in collaboration with Margaret Sanger and pharmaceutical companies. He remains a key figure in the history of reproductive health.

Born on Apr 09, 1903 (122 years old)

Global Media Ratings
Dominance
0.00%
Persistence
0 wks
Reach
233,380
Power
2,301$
Sentiment
7.00
Countries Mentioned
Country Mentions Sentiment Dominance + Persistence x Population = Reach x GDP (millions) = Power
United Kingdom 2 7.00 0.06% +0% 67,886,011 43,854 $2,700,000 1,744$
Monaco 1 8.00 0.08% +0% 39,242 30 $7,800 6$
Pakistan 1 7.00 0.03% +0% 220,892,331 75,908 $280,000 96$
Israel 1 7.00 0.05% +0% 9,216,900 5,037 $400,000 219$
Nigeria 1 7.00 0.05% +0% 206,139,589 108,552 $448,000 236$
Totals 6 504,174,073 233,381 $3,835,800 2,301$
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