Conversation so far:
Did Jonas Salk want privacy?
Jonas Salk preferred not to have his career as a scientist affected by too much personal attention, as he had always tried to remain independent and private.
What did Jonas Salk do to get his privacy?
Jonas Salk talks continually about getting out of the limelight and back to his laboratory.
How did Jonas Salk regaining his privacy prove to be impossible?
As one of the only living scientists whose face was known the world over, Salk, in the public's eye, had a superstar aura.
What steps did Jonas Salk take to gain privacy?
Jonas Salk talks continually about getting out of the limelight and back to his laboratory.

Question: was he able to do so?
Self-contained rewrite: Was Jonas Salk able to regain his anonymity?