Eric Vivier
Eric Vivier
Eric Vivier (pronunciation: Eh-reek Vee-vee-ay) is a renowned immunologist and researcher known for his significant contributions to the field of immunology.
Etymology
The name 'Eric' is of Old Norse origin, derived from the word 'Eiríkr', which is a combination of 'ei' (ever, always) and 'ríkr' (ruler). 'Vivier' is a French surname, derived from the Old French 'vivier', meaning 'fishpond' or 'fishery'.
Career
Eric Vivier is a Professor of Immunology at Aix-Marseille University and serves as the Chief Scientific Officer at Innate Pharma. His research primarily focuses on Natural Killer (NK) cells, a type of white blood cell that plays a crucial role in the body's immune system. Vivier's work has significantly advanced our understanding of NK cell biology and their role in cancer immunotherapy.
Related Terms
- Immunology: The branch of medicine and biology concerned with immunity.
- Researcher: A person who conducts research, i.e., an organized and systematic investigation into something.
- Aix-Marseille University: A public research university located in Provence, southern France.
- Innate Pharma: A biotechnology company focused on discovering, developing and commercializing first-in-class therapeutic antibodies that harness the innate immune system to improve cancer treatment and clinical outcomes for patients.
- Natural Killer (NK) cells: A type of lymphocyte (a white blood cell) and a component of innate immune system.
- Immune system: A complex network of cells, tissues, organs, and the substances they make that helps the body fight infections and other diseases.
- Cancer immunotherapy: A type of cancer treatment that helps your immune system fight cancer.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Eric Vivier
- Wikipedia's article - Eric Vivier
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