A Pioneer of Phototherapy: The Untold Story of Dr. Antonino Sciascia Dr. Antonino Sciascia, born in the Sicilian town of Canicattì in 1839, remains a largely unsung figure in the history of medical innovation. While his name doesn’t resonate with the same familiarity as contemporaries like Pasteur or Koch, Sciascia dedicated his life to unraveling the therapeutic potential of light—a pursuit that would lay crucial groundwork for advancements in phototherapy and ultimately influence Nobel laureate Niels Ryberg Finsen. His story is one of quiet dedication, meticulous research, and a poignant s…