Thomas Huckle Weller
Thomas Huckle Weller[edit | edit source]
Thomas Huckle Weller (June 15, 1915 – August 23, 2008) was an American virologist who, along with John Franklin Enders and Frederick Chapman Robbins, was awarded the Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine in 1954 for their work on the cultivation of the poliovirus. This groundbreaking research paved the way for the development of the polio vaccine.
Early Life and Education[edit | edit source]
Thomas Huckle Weller was born in Ann Arbor, Michigan. He attended the University of Michigan, where he received his undergraduate degree in 1936. Weller then pursued his medical degree at Harvard Medical School, graduating in 1940. During his time at Harvard, he developed an interest in infectious diseases and virology.
Career and Research[edit | edit source]
Weller began his career at the Children's Hospital Boston, where he worked under the guidance of John Franklin Enders. Together with Enders and Robbins, Weller developed a method for growing poliovirus in tissue cultures, which was a significant advancement in the field of virology. This method allowed for the mass production of the virus, which was crucial for the development of vaccines.
In addition to his work on poliovirus, Weller made significant contributions to the study of other viral diseases, including varicella zoster virus (the cause of chickenpox and shingles) and cytomegalovirus. His research extended to the study of parasitic diseases, such as schistosomiasis.
Later Life and Legacy[edit | edit source]
Weller continued his research and teaching at Harvard, where he became a professor of tropical public health. He was known for his dedication to mentoring young scientists and his contributions to the field of virology. Weller's work has had a lasting impact on public health and the development of vaccines.
Weller passed away in 2008, leaving behind a legacy of scientific achievement and innovation. His work continues to influence the study and treatment of viral diseases today.
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