Ellen Vitetta
Ellen Vitetta
Ellen Vitetta (pronunciation: /ˈɛlən vɪˈtɛtə/) is a renowned immunologist and biomedical scientist known for her significant contributions to the field of cancer research and immunotherapy.
Etymology
The name 'Ellen' is of Greek origin, meaning 'light', while 'Vitetta' is of Italian origin. However, the name does not have a specific meaning in the context of the medical field.
Career
Ellen Vitetta began her career as a research scientist after completing her PhD in Microbiology and Immunology. She has made significant contributions to the understanding of lymphoma and leukemia, particularly in the development of immunotoxins for the treatment of these diseases. Vitetta is also known for her work on the immune system, specifically the structure and function of antibodies.
Achievements
Throughout her career, Vitetta has received numerous awards and recognitions for her work. She is a member of the National Academy of Sciences and the American Academy of Arts and Sciences. She has also been awarded the National Institutes of Health Merit Award for her research in immunology.
Related Terms
- Immunology: The branch of medicine and biology concerned with immunity.
- Biomedical Scientist: A scientist trained in biology, particularly in the context of medicine.
- Cancer Research: Research into cancer to identify causes and develop strategies for prevention, diagnosis, treatment, and cure.
- Immunotherapy: The treatment of disease by activating or suppressing the immune system.
- Lymphoma: A group of blood cell tumors that develop from lymphocytes.
- Leukemia: A group of cancers that usually begin in the bone marrow and result in high numbers of abnormal white blood cells.
- Immunotoxins: A type of immunotherapy that uses an immune system protein (antibody) linked to a toxin to kill certain cells.
- Antibodies: A blood protein produced in response to and counteracting a specific antigen.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Ellen Vitetta
- Wikipedia's article - Ellen Vitetta
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