About Robert Noble
Lived 1910 – 1990 (aged 80). Robert Noble was a Canadian scientist.
Robert Laing Noble (February 3, 1910 – December 11, 1990) was a Canadian physician who was involved in the discovery of vinblastine.
Born in Toronto, Ontario, he received his M.D. from the University of Toronto in 1934 and a Ph.D. in 1937 from the University of London.
In the 1950s he helped with the discovery of vincristine and vinblastine, widely used anti-cancer drugs.
In 1997, he was inducted into the Canadian Medical Hall of Fame. In 1988, he was made an Officer of the Order of Canada. In 1984, he was awarded the Gairdner Foundation International Award. He was a member of The Harvey Club of London, the oldest medical club in Canada.
The Robert L. Noble Prize is named in his honour.
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Who was Robert Noble?
physician (1910–1990)
When was Robert Noble born?
Robert Noble was born on 3 February 1910 in Toronto.
When did Robert Noble die?
Robert Noble died on 11 December 1990.
What was Robert Noble's occupation?
Robert Noble was a scientist.
What nationality was Robert Noble?
Robert Noble was Canadian.
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