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David Goodall: Scientist, 104, ends his life in Switzerland

David Goodall said he wanted to end his life with dignity

Scientist David Goodall, 104, has died after choosing to end his life at a clinic in Switzerland, a right-to-die organisation says.

The lauded London-born ecologist and botanist, who was not terminally ill, said the decision had been driven by his deteriorating quality of life.

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