Vavilov's plight mirrored the desperation of a city in chaos, where the juxtaposition of his quest for plant diversity against the backdrop of famine was profound.
By 1940, Vavilov had transformed a state of near desolation into a thriving institution, housing the world's largest seed collection, a veritable Noah's Ark of plant species.
Despite his monumental contributions and the international acclaim he garnered, Vavilov's legacy has been largely forgotten, overshadowed by the tragedies of war and political manipulation.
His collection was not just a testament to biodiversity but a beacon of hope, potentially capable of sustaining an entire nation during times of crisis.
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