Canada Gairdner International Award 1982: Winners

Recipients

1. Arvid Carlsson

   Biology

   For his contributions to our understanding of the role of amines, particularly dopamine, as neurotransmitters.

2. Gilbert Ashwell

   Biology

   For his contributions to our understanding of the mechanisms by which carbohydrate markers regulate the recognition and uptake of proteins by cells.

3. Günter Blobel

   Biology

   For his contributions to our understanding of the ways in which newly-synthesized proteins are transported within cells.

4. Manfred M. Mayer

   Biology

   For his contributions to our understanding of the function of complement.

5. Paul Janssen

   Biology

   In recognition of his invention of haloperidol and related drugs useful in the treatment of mental illness.