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Dilip Mahalanabis Biography

Historical biography and chronological timeline for Dilip Mahalanabis, based on 2 World History Database records associated with India.

2 records1966–19712 events2 places

Chronological biography

1966

Oral Rehydration Research1966
Science / Medicine · Paediatrician · Calcutta

Dilip Mahalanabis begins research on oral rehydration therapy for treating dehydration caused by severe diarrhoeal disease.

1971

Oral Rehydration Therapy1971
Science / Medicine · Paediatrician · Bongaon

Dilip Mahalanabis uses oral rehydration solution extensively during a cholera outbreak among refugees, demonstrating its practical life-saving value.

Titles and roles

Paediatrician

Record provenance

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