Prix international Canada Gairdner 1976 : lauréats

Destinataires

1. Eugene P. Kennedy

   Biologie

   For his elucidation of the biochemical pathways involved in triglyceride and phospholipid synthesis.

2. George D. Snell

   Biologie

   For his identification of the major histocompatibility complex in mice, and for establishing methods of study fundamental to immunogenetics.

3. George Klein

   Biologie

   For his contributions to our understanding of the biology of neoplastic cells and his distinguished work in tumour immunology.

4. Godfrey N. Hounsfield

   Biologie

   In recognition of his outstanding contributions to the care of patients by the pioneer development of computerized tomography.

5. Thomas R. Dawber, William B. Kannel

   Biologie

   For their careful epidemiologic studies, revealing risk factors in cardiovascular disease which have important implications for the prevention of these disorders.