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James Homer Wright

1869 – 1928

American pathologist

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About James Homer Wright

Lived 1869 – 1928 (aged 58). James Homer Wright was an American pathologist, bacteriologist and microbiologist, known for Neuroblastoma.

James Homer Wright (April 8, 1869 – January 3, 1928) was an early and influential American pathologist, who was chief of pathology at Massachusetts General Hospital from 1896 to 1926. Wright was born in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.

In 1915, he joined with Richard C. Cabot to begin publication of the Case Records of the Massachusetts General Hospital. These began regular publication as the Boston Medical and Surgical Journal which later became the New England Journal of Medicine.

In 1924, Wright, along with Frank B. Mallory, published Pathological Technique: A Practical Manual for the Pathological Laboratory. The book saw eight editions and for many years was the standard textbook in the field.

He is the Wright in Wright's stain, and the Homer Wright rosettes associated with neuroblastoma.

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Important facts

Birth century
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Known for
Neuroblastoma
Employers
Harvard University

Contemporaries

People whose lives overlapped James Homer Wright's

Frequently asked questions

Who was James Homer Wright?

American pathologist (1869–1928)

When was James Homer Wright born?

James Homer Wright was born on 8 April 1869 in Pittsburgh.

When did James Homer Wright die?

James Homer Wright died on 3 January 1928 in Boston.

What was James Homer Wright's occupation?

James Homer Wright was a pathologist, bacteriologist and microbiologist.

What was James Homer Wright known for?

James Homer Wright was known for Neuroblastoma.

What nationality was James Homer Wright?

James Homer Wright was American.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: James Homer Wright

· Wikidata: Q6136197

· DBpedia: James Homer Wright

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