Frank Macfarlane Burnet
Australian virologist (1899-1985)
1899 — 1985
Quick Facts
Profession
Australian virologist (1899-1985)
Born
September 3, 1899
Died
1985 (age ~86)
Name Origin
English
Timeline
physician, researcher, chemist
AustraliaBorn in TraralgonDied in Melbourne
1899
Born in Traralgon (1899-09-03)
1942
AwardFellow of the Royal Society
1947
AwardRoyal Medal
1950
AwardCroonian Medal and Lecture
1951
AwardKnight Bachelor
1952
AwardAlbert Lasker Award for Basic Medical Research
About
Sir Frank Macfarlane Burnet, usually known as Macfarlane or Mac Burnet, was an Australian virologist known for his contributions to immunology. He won a Nobel Prize in 1960 for predicting acquired immune tolerance. He also developed the theory of clonal selection.
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Who is Frank Macfarlane Burnet?+
Sir Frank Macfarlane Burnet, usually known as Macfarlane or Mac Burnet, was an Australian virologist known for his contributions to immunology. He won a Nobel Prize in 1960 for predicting acquired immune tolerance. He also developed the theory of clonal selection.
What does the name Frank mean?+
The name Frank means "A male given name from the Germanic languages.. Etymology: From Franke, from a Frank. Used in the Middle Ages and revived in the 19th century.". It is of English origin.
When was Frank Macfarlane Burnet born?+
Frank Macfarlane Burnet was born on September 3, 1899.
When did Frank Macfarlane Burnet die?+
Frank Macfarlane Burnet died in 1985, at approximately 86 years of age.
Name Meaning
A male given name from the Germanic languages.. Etymology: From Franke, from a Frank. Used in the Middle Ages and revived in the 19th century.
The name Frank is of English origin, meaning "A male given name from the Germanic languages.. Etymology: From Franke, from a Frank. Used in the Middle Ages and revived in the 19th century.". It is traditionally a male name.
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Frank — September 3, 1899
Zodiac & Calendar Signs
Western Zodiac
Virgo
Analytical, kind, hardworking
Earth · Mercury · Aug 23 – Sep 22
Chinese Zodiac
Pig
Compassionate, generous, diligent
Earth · Yin
Mayan Tzolkin
1 Etznab
Mirror — clarity, truth, reflection
Celtic Tree
Vine
Empathetic, refined, romantic
Ogham: Muin · Sep 2 – Sep 29
Birthstone: Sapphire — Truth, loyalty
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