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Thomas Platts-Mills is a British allergist and immunologist known for his research on asthma and allergic diseases. He is currently the Head of the Division of Allergy and Clinical Immunology at the University of Virginia.

Early Life and Education

Thomas Platts-Mills was born in London, England. He completed his medical degree at the University of Oxford and later pursued his PhD at the London School of Hygiene & Tropical Medicine.

Career

Platts-Mills started his career at the University of Virginia in 1982. He has made significant contributions to the field of allergy and immunology, particularly in the area of asthma and allergic diseases. His research has led to the discovery of the role of dust mite allergens in asthma.

Research

Platts-Mills' research has focused on the role of allergens in diseases such as asthma and rhinitis. He was the first to identify the importance of dust mite allergens in the development of asthma. His work has also led to the discovery of the role of cat allergen and cockroach allergen in asthma.

Awards and Honors

Platts-Mills has received numerous awards for his work, including the World Allergy Organization's Scientific Achievement Award and the American Academy of Allergy, Asthma & Immunology's Distinguished Service Award.

External Links

• University of Virginia Faculty Profile

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