Biography · French microbiologist

André Lwoff

1902 · 1994

Years lived
92
Photos
25
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Born

May 8, 1902

Ainay-le-Château, France

Died

September 30, 1994

Paris, France

Known for

French microbiologist

André Lwoff (1902–1994) was France best known for French microbiologist.

André Lwoff (May 8, 1902 – September 30, 1994) was a French microbiologist and Nobel laureate. His pioneering research clarified how viruses integrate their genetic material into host cells and contributed significantly to virology. Lwoff's work fundamentally reshaped our understanding of viral biology.

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  • When did André Lwoff die?

    André Lwoff died on September 30, 1994 in Paris, France, at the age of 92.

  • Where was André Lwoff born?

    André Lwoff was born in Ainay-le-Château, France on May 8, 1902.

  • What is André Lwoff best known for?

    André Lwoff is best known for French microbiologist.

  • How old was André Lwoff when they died?

    André Lwoff was 92 years old at the time of death.

  • What nationality was André Lwoff?

    André Lwoff was from France.

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