Laureate

Jerome W. Conn

1907–1994 · United States · Male

Awards

  1. 1965

    Canada Gairdner International Award

    Biology

    In recognition of his contributions in the field of endocrinology and in particular for his investigations establishing the clinical significance of aldosterone, a hormone of the adrenal cortex, in various types of hypertension and edema; also in recognition of his studies in the use of oral medications for the control of diabetes.