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Luc Montagnier: Pioneering Virologist and Nobel Laureate in HIV Research

Born on August 18, 1932, in Chabris, France, Luc Montagnier was a prominent virologist known for his pivotal role in identifying the Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV), the cause of AIDS. His early life was marked by tragedy, with a life-threatening accident at five and the loss of family members during World War II. Montagnier pursued medicine and biological sciences at the University of Paris, eventually co-recipient of the 2008 Nobel Prize in Physiology for his groundbreaking work in HIV research. He received over 34 honors and awards during his esteemed career.

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Luc Montagnier: Pioneering Virologist and Nobel Laureate in HIV Research

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  1. Luc Montagnier -Jasmine Massey-

  2. *BornAugust 18th, 1932, in Chabris , France *81 years Old *Virologist (studies viruses and virus like agents)

  3. Early Life * When he was 5 years old, he was hit by a car and was badly injured. He spent two days in a coma and had several visible scars.

  4. Early life • * At the age of 7, he and his family had to leave their home in 1940 because of the German invasion. • *During that time, his father was very sick, and his grandpa died from cancer. That affected Luc tremendously and was one of the reasons why he decided to study cancers and such.

  5. Early Life • *In high school, he became very curious in science. • *He set up a chemistry lab in the cellar of his house, where he experimented for fun.

  6. College Years • *Went to the University of Paris • *Studied Medicine and Biological Sciences • *At age 23, became assistant at the University

  7. University of Paris

  8. Achievments • *In 1983 he led the first team to find the cause of Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV) which was the cause of acquired immunodeficiency syndrome (AIDS). Francoise Barre-Sinoussi was on the research team. • *Received over 34 honors and awards

  9. *HIV

  10. Achievements • *Co-recipient of the 2008 Nobel prize for Physiology and Medicine. The other recipients were Francoise Barre-Sinsoussi and HarraldzurHaussen.

  11. *On the left is Luc Montagnier, middle- FrancoisseBarre-Sinoussi, right- HarraldzurHaussen

  12. Sources Nobelprize.org Montagnier.org Britannica.org

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