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Jean Laigret

1893-08-17 – 1966-03-11

Life & Legacy

Jean Laigret (17 August 1893 – 11 March 1966) was a French biologist born in Blois.
In 1932, he developed the first vaccine against yellow fever.

Occupation & Career

biologist, physician

Education

University of Bordeaux; Preparatory School of Medicine and Pharmacy of Tours (1841-1955)

Accomplishments, Inventions & Publications

Croix de guerre 1914–1918

Legacy Highlights

Honors & Awards

Croix de guerre 1914–1918

Employer

Pasteur Institute · University of Strasbourg

Organizations & Memberships

Académie des sciences d'outre-mer · Société de Pathologie Exotique

Education & Institutions

Preparatory School of Medicine and Pharmacy of Tours (1841-1955) · University of Bordeaux

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Sources & Provenance

  1. Wikidata population candidate Q3172952 — wikidata View source

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