About Merrill Chase
Lived 1905 – 2004 (aged 98). Merrill Chase was an American immunologist, known for B cell and T cell.
Merrill W. Chase (September 17, 1905 – January 5, 2004) was an immunologist working at Rockefeller University in New York City who is credited with discovering cell-mediated immunology in the early 1940s. While working with Dr. Karl Landsteiner, Dr. Chase discovered that white blood cells, and not antibodies alone, were important instruments of the immune system. His findings laid the groundwork for later research that discovered the role of B cells, T cells and other types of white blood cells. Recognizing that other scientists were discovering multiple functions of the immune system, he established an independent Immunology laboratory at Rockefeller.
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Who was Merrill Chase?
American immunologist (1905-2004)
When was Merrill Chase born?
Merrill Chase was born on 17 September 1905 in Providence.
When did Merrill Chase die?
Merrill Chase died on 5 January 2004.
What was Merrill Chase's occupation?
Merrill Chase was an immunologist.
What was Merrill Chase known for?
Merrill Chase was known for B cell and T cell.
What nationality was Merrill Chase?
Merrill Chase was American.
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