Biography · American scientist

William P. Murphy

1892 · 1987

Years lived
95
Photos
25
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Born

February 6, 1892

Stoughton, United States

Died

October 9, 1987

Brookline, United States

Known for

American scientist

William P. Murphy (1892–1987) was United States best known for American scientist.

William Parry Murphy Sr. (February 6, 1892 – October 9, 1987) was an American physician. He shared the Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine in 1934 for his work in developing liver therapy for pernicious anemia. This discovery transformed a previously fatal illness into a treatable condition, saving countless lives.

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  • When did William P. Murphy die?

    William P. Murphy died on October 9, 1987 in Brookline, United States, at the age of 95.

  • Where was William P. Murphy born?

    William P. Murphy was born in Stoughton, United States on February 6, 1892.

  • What is William P. Murphy best known for?

    William P. Murphy is best known for American scientist.

  • How old was William P. Murphy when they died?

    William P. Murphy was 95 years old at the time of death.

  • What nationality was William P. Murphy?

    William P. Murphy was from United States.

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