Harold Varmus
Harold Varmus is an esteemed American oncologist and Nobel Prize laureate, recognized for his pioneering research on the genetic basis of cancer. He served as the director of the National Institutes of Health (NIH) during the Clinton administration and has been a prominent advocate for science and research funding. Varmus's work has significantly advanced our understanding of how viruses can cause cancer, and he has played a crucial role in promoting public understanding of scientific issues. In recent news, he was featured discussing the potential impacts of political decisions on scientific research and funding in the context of the chaotic changes occurring in the U.S. scientific landscape since the Trump administration began.
Born on Mar 18, 1939 (86 years old)
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Prof Harold Varmus is a Nobel prize winner and former director of the National Institutes of Health under Bill Clinton.
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