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Frank Macfarlane Burnet

(1899–1985) Immunologist

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Frank Macfarlane Burnet was an immunologist, best known for Biological aspects of infectious disease.

Quick Facts About Frank Macfarlane Burnet

Born
September 3, 1899
Died
August 31, 1985
Profession
Immunologist
Notable works
Biological aspects of infectious disease

About Frank Macfarlane Burnet

Sir Frank Macfarlane Burnet, usually known as Macfarlane or Mac Burnet, was an Australian virologist known for his contributions to immunology. He won a Nobel Prize in 1960 for predicting acquired immune tolerance. He also developed the theory of clonal selection.

Biography source: Wikipedia

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