ラスカー賞 2006: 勝者

受賞者

1. アルバート・ラスカー基礎医学研究賞

   Carol W. Greider, Elizabeth H. Blackburn, Jack W. Szostak

   生物学

   For the prediction and discovery of telomerase, a remarkable RNA-containing enzyme that synthesizes the ends of chromosomes, protecting them and maintaining the integrity of the genome.

2. ラスカー・デベーキー臨床医学研究賞

   Aaron T. Beck

   生物学

   For the development of cognitive therapy, which has transformed the understanding and treatment of many psychiatric conditions, including depression, suicidal behavior, generalized anxiety, panic attacks, and eating disorders.

3. ラスカー・コシュランド医学分野特別功績賞

   Joseph G. Gall

   生物学

   For a distinguished 57-year career — as a founder of modern cell biology and the field of chromosome structure and function; bold experimentalist; inventor of in situ hybridization; and early champion of women in science.