Description: (American Geneticist Who Played a Key Role in the Development of Human Genetics as a Field of Research)
James V. Neel was a notable American geneticist who made significant contributions to human genetics in the United States. He played a vital role in advancing genetic epidemiology and exploring the relationship between genetics and the environment. Neel conducted research on diseases such as sickle-cell disease and acatalasia, and he also studied the impact of radiation on survivors of the Hiroshima atomic bombing. His work established him as a pioneering figure in the field of genetics.