Lasker Award 2006: Winners

Recipients

1. Albert Lasker Basic Medical Research Award

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

   Biology

   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. Lasker–DeBakey Clinical Medical Research Award

   Aaron T. Beck

   Biology

   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. Lasker–Koshland Special Achievement Award in Medical Science

   Joseph G. Gall

   Biology

   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.