Prix Lasker 1985 : lauréats

Destinataires

1. Prix Albert Lasker pour la recherche médicale fondamentale

   Joseph L. Goldstein, Michael S. Brown

   Biologie

   For the discovery of the basic mechanisms controlling cholesterol metabolism, opening the way to a new pharmacologic approach to the treatment of coronary heart disease, the leading cause of death in the Western world

2. Prix Lasker-Bloomberg pour la fonction publique

   Ann Landers (Eppie Lederer)

   Biologie

   For respected advice and practical translations of authoritative medical opinion and her tireless commitment to the health and well-being of the American people.

3. Prix Lasker-Bloomberg pour la fonction publique

   Lane W. Adams

   Biologie

   For the extraordinary management skills, integrity and vision with which he has expanded the American Cancer Society into the major volunteer force in the battle against cancer.

4. Prix Lasker-DeBakey pour la recherche médicale clinique

   Bernard Fisher

   Biologie

   For shaping the character of modern breast cancer treatment, thus lengthening and enriching the lives of women suffering from this disease.