Andrew Schally
Polish-American endocrinologist (1926–2024)
1926 — 2024
Quick Facts
Profession
Polish-American endocrinologist (1926–2024)
Born
November 30, 1926
Died
2024 (age ~98)
Name Origin
English
Timeline
physician, university teacher, researcher
Second Polish RepublicBorn in VilniusDied in Miami Beach
1926
Born in Vilnius (1926-11-30)
1974
AwardCanada Gairdner International Award
1975
AwardAlbert Lasker Award for Basic Medical Research
1977
AwardNobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine
1985
Awardhonorary doctor of the University of Madrid Complutense
1988
Awardhonorary doctor of Paris Descartes University
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Andrzej Viktor "Andrew" Schally was a Polish-American endocrinologist who was a co-recipient, with Roger Guillemin and Rosalyn Sussman Yalow, of the 1977 Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine.
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Who is Andrew Schally?+
Andrzej Viktor "Andrew" Schally was a Polish-American endocrinologist who was a co-recipient, with Roger Guillemin and Rosalyn Sussman Yalow, of the 1977 Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine.
What does the name Andrew mean?+
The name Andrew means "A male given name from Ancient Greek.. Etymology: From Ἀνδρέας, cognate with t=manly, both from t=man. Andrey.". It is of English origin.
When was Andrew Schally born?+
Andrew Schally was born on November 30, 1926.
When did Andrew Schally die?+
Andrew Schally died in 2024, at approximately 98 years of age.
Name Meaning
A male given name from Ancient Greek.. Etymology: From Ἀνδρέας, cognate with t=manly, both from t=man. Andrey.
The name Andrew is of English origin, meaning "A male given name from Ancient Greek.. Etymology: From Ἀνδρέας, cognate with t=manly, both from t=man. Andrey.". It is traditionally a male name.
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Andrew — November 30, 1926
Zodiac & Calendar Signs
Western Zodiac
Sagittarius
Optimistic, adventurous, generous
Fire · Jupiter · Nov 22 – Dec 21
Chinese Zodiac
Tiger
Brave, competitive, confident
Fire · Yang
Mayan Tzolkin
5 Manik
Deer — grace, healing, gentleness
Celtic Tree
Elder
Free spirit, philosophical, wild
Ogham: Ruis · Nov 25 – Dec 23
Birthstone: Topaz — Joy, abundance
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