Birthdate: June 13, 1870
Sun Sign: Gemini
Birthplace: Soignies
Died: April 6, 1961
Jules Bordet, a leading Belgian immunologist and microbiologist, is renowned for his groundbreaking discoveries in immunity. His significant contributions advanced the understanding of the immune system’s response to pathogens, shaping key concepts in immunology. Bordet’s research on bacterial infections drove progress in medical science, earning him the Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine in 1919. The bacterial genus Bordetella was named in recognition of his work, solidifying his legacy in microbiology.
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