Peter C Doherty is a renowned Australian scientist circle, who was received the Nobel Prize in Physiology for the discovery of how immune system recognizes virus-infected cells. His contribution in the field of immune system has been highly significant. Born in Brisbane, he gained his formal education from University of Queensland where he attained a Master’s degree in veterinary science. Interestingly, he moved to Scotland to pursue his PhD in Pathology from the University of Edinburgh which he eventually received in 1970. Mainly focussing on the area of defence against virus, he is credited for the discovery of cell-mediated immune defence. Currently, he serves as a faculty member of the St Jude Children’s Research Hospital in Memphis and the Department of Microbiology and Immunology at the University of Melbourne. He has authored various articles, delivered numerous public lectures and participated in several scientific discussions.
