Lasker Award 2016: Winners

Recipients

1. Albert Lasker Basic Medical Research Award

   Gregg L. Semenza, Peter J. Ratcliffe, William G. Kaelin

   Biology

   For the discovery of the pathway by which cells from humans and most animals sense and adapt to changes in oxygen availability – a process essential for survival.

2. Lasker–DeBakey Clinical Medical Research Award

   Charles M. Rice, Michael J. Sofia, Ralf F. W. Bartenschlager

   Biology

   For development of a system to study the replication of the virus that causes hepatitis C and for use of this system to revolutionize the treatment of this chronic, often lethal disease.

3. Lasker–Koshland Special Achievement Award in Medical Science

   Bruce M. Alberts

   Biology

   For fundamental discoveries in DNA replication and protein biochemistry; for visionary leadership in directing national and international scientific organizations to better people’s lives; and for passionate dedication to improving education in science and mathematics.