Burgoyne
Americannoun
noun
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Dr. Joseph Burgoyne is a cardiovascular scientist at King's College London whose research is uncovering the molecular mechanisms that control the health of the heart and blood vessels.
From Science Daily ● Sep. 28, 2026
Burgoyne also welcomes the growing attention on women's health, and says that exercise and nutrition research has historically focused heavily on male bodies, with findings then often applied to women.
From BBC ● Sep. 9, 2026
After surrendering his troops, Burgoyne was sent home, where he was reprimanded over the defeat and condemned for McCrea’s killing.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Dec. 14, 2025
Burgoyne spent several minutes discussing an attorney general’s opinion that highlighted potential constitutional concerns with the legislation.
From Seattle Times ● Mar. 4, 2022
Major-General Burgoyne, dressed as a cow-herd, rushed onto the stage.
From "The Astonishing Life of Octavian Nothing, Traitor to the Nation, Volume II: The Kingdom on the Waves" by M.T. Anderson
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