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Marshall Nirenberg Remembered
Marshall Nirenberg, who was awarded the 1968 Basic Medical Research Award for his contributions toward deciphering the genetic code and how it operates in protein synthesis, has passed away. (More>)
The 2009 Lasker Winners
The 2009 Lasker Awards honor six visionaries whose insight and courage has led to dramatic advances that will prevent disease and prolong life. (More>)
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In Focus: U.S. Commitment to Global Health
Lasker Foundation President Maria Freire participated in a discussion among members of the Institute of Medicine's committee on the U.S. Commitment to Global Health to assess the IOM's report on opportunities for the United States to contribute to improved global health. (More>)
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THE 2009 LASKER AWARDS > Celebrating Scientists Who Change the World Download the 2009 Lasker Award Program |
| Albert Lasker Basic Medical Research Award > |
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John Gurdon Shinya Yamanaka
For discoveries concerning nuclear reprogramming, the process that instructs specialized adult cells to form early stem cells — creating the potential to become any type of mature cell for experimental or therapeutic purposes. (More >) Watch a video about the 2009 Basic Award winners |
| Lasker~DeBakey Clinical Medical Research Award > |
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Brian Druker Nicholas Lydon Charles Sawyers
For the development of molecularly-targeted treatments for chronic myeloid leukemia, converting a fatal cancer into a manageable chronic condition. (More >) Watch a video about the 2009 Clinical Award winner |
| Mary Woodard Lasker Award for Public Service > |
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Michael Bloomberg
For employing sound science in political decision making; setting a world standard for the public's health as an impetus for government action; leading the way to reduce the scourge of tobacco use; and advancing public health through enlightened philanthropy. (More >) Watch a video about the 2009 Public Service Award winner |