This appears to be some sort of mendacious hoax, abusing the honorific title of "saint" for someone who is (1) still living and (2) serving not God, but science

This appears to be some sort of mendacious hoax, abusing the honorific title of "saint" for someone who is (1) still living and (2) serving not God, but science. It was very confusing until finding the true identity of this guy. You are warned.