Philippa Marrack

Philippa Marrack

Birth date	June 28, 1945
Birth place	Ewell, Surrey, England
Nationality	British
Known for	T-cell research
Awards	Wolf Prize in Medicine, Lasker Award

Philippa Marrack (born June 28, 1945) is a prominent British immunologist known for her groundbreaking research on T-cells. Her work has significantly advanced the understanding of the immune system and its role in autoimmune diseases.

Early Life and Education

Philippa Marrack was born in Ewell, Surrey, England. She attended New Hall, Cambridge, where she completed her undergraduate studies. She pursued her doctoral studies under the supervision of Alan Munro, focusing on the field of immunology.

Career

Marrack has held positions at several prestigious institutions, including National Jewish Health and the University of Colorado Denver. Her research has primarily focused on the mechanisms of T-cell development and activation, which are crucial for the immune response.

Research Contributions

Marrack's research has provided significant insights into how T-cells recognize antigens and how this recognition can sometimes lead to autoimmune diseases. Her work has implications for the development of vaccines and immunotherapies.

Awards and Honors

Philippa Marrack has received numerous awards for her contributions to science, including the Wolf Prize in Medicine and the Lasker Award. These awards recognize her pioneering work in the field of immunology.

Personal Life

Marrack is married to fellow immunologist John W. Kappler, with whom she has collaborated on many research projects. Together, they have made significant contributions to the understanding of the immune system.

See Also

• Immunology
• T-cell
• Autoimmune disease
• Vaccine

External Links

• [National Jewish Health Profile](https://www.nationaljewish.org/)
• [University of Colorado Denver Faculty Page](https://www.ucdenver.edu/)