Description: (Virologist)
Jean Lindenmann, a prominent Swiss virologist and immunologist, is recognized for his groundbreaking research on interferon. Alongside colleague Alick Isaacs, Lindenmann co-discovered interferon in 1957 at the National Institute for Medical Research. This discovery revolutionized virology and immunology by identifying a group of proteins essential for immune regulation and defense against viruses. Interferon has since become a crucial component in treating conditions like hepatitis C, multiple sclerosis, and certain cancers.