Lasker Award · Lasker–Bloomberg Public Service Award

Lasker Award 1957: Winners

Recipients

  1. C.J. Van Slyke

    Biology

    For unique contributions in laying the foundation for a national program of medical research and training.

  2. Frank G. Boudreau

    Biology

    For promoting better mental health, good nutrition, and improved housing.

  3. Reginald M. Atwater

    Biology

    For guiding the American Public Health Association to a position of leadership as the largest organization of its kind in the western world.

  4. Rustom Jal Vakil

    Biology

    For studies on the use of reserpine in the treatment of hypertension.