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Reuben Leon Kahn

1887 – 1979

Immunologist

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About Reuben Leon Kahn

Lived 1887 – 1979 (aged 91). Reuben Leon Kahn was an American immunologist, known for Syphilis.

He is best known for his investigations of blood reactions, like the Kahn test, an efficient test for syphilis.

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Important facts

Birth century
Occupation
Nationality
Known for
Syphilis
Education
Yale University, New York University, Valparaiso University
Awards
Newcomb Cleveland Prize

Contemporaries

People whose lives overlapped Reuben Leon Kahn's

Frequently asked questions

Who was Reuben Leon Kahn?

immunologist (1887-1979)

When was Reuben Leon Kahn born?

Reuben Leon Kahn was born on 26 July 1887 in Kaunas.

When did Reuben Leon Kahn die?

Reuben Leon Kahn died on 22 July 1979 in Miami.

What was Reuben Leon Kahn's occupation?

Reuben Leon Kahn was an immunologist.

What was Reuben Leon Kahn known for?

Reuben Leon Kahn was known for Syphilis.

What nationality was Reuben Leon Kahn?

Reuben Leon Kahn was American.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Reuben Leon Kahn

· Wikidata: Q1707832

· DBpedia: Reuben Leon Kahn

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