Birthdate: May 27, 1917
Sun Sign: Gemini
Birthplace: Daytona Beach, Florida, United States
Died: February 2, 2003
Harold Samuel “Harry” Ginsberg was a renowned American microbiologist recognized for his pioneering work in virology and infectious disease. His key achievements include linking hepatitis infections to blood transfusions in World War II, uncovering adenoviruses’ role in pneumonia and respiratory diseases, and advancing gene therapy with genetically modified adenoviruses. Ginsberg’s research on Simian immunodeficiency virus offered valuable insights into HIV and AIDS. With numerous publications and membership in the National Academy of Sciences, his contributions continue to shape the field of microbiology.
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