Ian Frazer

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Ian Frazer
Born	Ian Hector Frazer Birth date -1st March 1966 Glasgow, Scotland
Nationality	Australian
Alma mater	University of Edinburgh
Known for	Development of the HPV vaccine
Awards	Australian of the Year (2006)
Scientific career
Fields	Immunology
Institutions	University of Queensland

Ian Hector Frazer (born 6 January 1953) is a Scottish-born Australian immunologist renowned for his work in the development of the HPV vaccine. He is a professor at the University of Queensland and has received numerous accolades for his contributions to medical science, including being named Australian of the Year in 2006.

Early life and education

Ian Frazer was born in Glasgow, Scotland. He attended the University of Edinburgh, where he earned his medical degree. After completing his studies, Frazer moved to Australia in 1980 to further his research in immunology.

Career

Frazer's career has been marked by significant contributions to the field of immunology. He joined the University of Queensland in 1985, where he began his pioneering research on the human papillomavirus (HPV) and its link to cervical cancer. His work led to the development of the HPV vaccine, which has been instrumental in reducing the incidence of cervical cancer worldwide.

HPV vaccine

The development of the HPV vaccine is considered one of Frazer's most significant achievements. The vaccine protects against the types of HPV that cause the majority of cervical cancers. It has been widely adopted in vaccination programs around the world and has significantly reduced the prevalence of HPV infections and related cancers.

Awards and recognition

Ian Frazer has received numerous awards for his contributions to medical science, including:

• Australian of the Year (2006)
• Companion of the Order of Australia (2012)
• Fellow of the Royal Society (2011)

Personal life

Frazer is married and has three children. He continues to work at the University of Queensland and remains active in the field of immunology.

See also

• HPV vaccine
• Cervical cancer
• Immunology
• University of Queensland