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Dimitrios Trichopoulos[edit]

Dimitrios Trichopoulos (1938 – 2014) was a prominent Greek epidemiologist known for his groundbreaking research in the field of cancer epidemiology. He made significant contributions to understanding the links between lifestyle factors and cancer risk, particularly in relation to breast cancer and liver cancer.

Early Life and Education[edit]

Dimitrios Trichopoulos was born in Volos, Greece, in 1938. He pursued his medical education at the University of Athens, where he received his MD degree. Trichopoulos furthered his studies in public health and epidemiology at Harvard University, where he earned a MPH and a ScD.

Career[edit]

Trichopoulos began his career in Greece, where he worked at the Hellenic Cancer Society. He later joined the faculty at the Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health, where he served as a professor and eventually became the Vincent L. Gregory Professor of Cancer Prevention.

Research Contributions[edit]

Trichopoulos is best known for his research on the role of hormones in the development of breast cancer. He was among the first to propose that estrogen exposure in utero could influence breast cancer risk later in life. His work on the Mediterranean diet also highlighted its protective effects against various chronic diseases, including cancer.

In addition to his work on breast cancer, Trichopoulos conducted significant research on the relationship between hepatitis B infection and liver cancer, contributing to the understanding of viral oncogenesis.

Awards and Honors[edit]

Throughout his career, Trichopoulos received numerous awards and honors for his contributions to epidemiology and public health. He was elected to the Academy of Athens and was a member of several prestigious scientific organizations, including the American Epidemiological Society.

Personal Life[edit]

Trichopoulos was married to Antonia Trichopoulou, a fellow epidemiologist and collaborator in many of his research projects. Together, they advanced the study of the Mediterranean diet and its health benefits.

Legacy[edit]

Dimitrios Trichopoulos left a lasting impact on the field of epidemiology through his innovative research and dedication to public health. His work continues to influence studies on cancer prevention and the role of lifestyle factors in disease development.

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-'''Dimitrios Trichopoulos''' (1938 – December 1, 2014) was a prominent Greek epidemiologist, considered one of the leading figures in the fields of [[cancer epidemiology]] and [[public health]]. His work significantly contributed to the understanding of environmental and lifestyle factors in the development of cancer, particularly breast cancer, and he was instrumental in advancing the study of passive smoking's effects on health.
+== Dimitrios Trichopoulos ==
-==Early Life and Education==
+[[File:Dimitrios-TRICHOPOULOS.jpg|thumb|right|Dimitrios Trichopoulos]]
-Dimitrios Trichopoulos was born in Greece in 1938. He pursued his medical degree at the University of Athens, where he graduated with high honors. Following his graduation, Trichopoulos moved to the United States to further his education in [[epidemiology]], earning a Master's degree and subsequently a Doctor of Science degree from Harvard School of Public Health.
-==Career==
+'''Dimitrios Trichopoulos''' (1938 – 2014) was a prominent Greek [[epidemiologist]] known for his groundbreaking research in the field of [[cancer epidemiology]]. He made significant contributions to understanding the links between lifestyle factors and cancer risk, particularly in relation to [[breast cancer]] and [[liver cancer]].
-Trichopoulos's career was marked by his tenure at Harvard School of Public Health, where he served as a professor of [[epidemiology]]. He was also affiliated with the Karolinska Institute in Sweden, contributing globally to the field of public health. His research interests were broad, encompassing the epidemiology of cancer, cardiovascular diseases, and the health effects of environmental and lifestyle factors.
-One of his most notable contributions was his research on the health impacts of passive smoking. Trichopoulos's work provided some of the earliest evidence that non-smokers exposed to second-hand smoke were at an increased risk of developing lung cancer, a finding that played a crucial role in public health policies regarding smoking regulations.
+== Early Life and Education ==
-==Key Contributions and Legacy==
+Dimitrios Trichopoulos was born in [[Volos]], [[Greece]], in 1938. He pursued his medical education at the [[University of Athens]], where he received his [[Doctor of Medicine|MD]] degree. Trichopoulos furthered his studies in [[public health]] and [[epidemiology]] at [[Harvard University]], where he earned a [[Master of Public Health|MPH]] and a [[Doctor of Science|ScD]].
-Trichopoulos's research extended beyond the effects of smoking. He was deeply involved in studies investigating the role of diet, hormonal factors, and other lifestyle elements in the development of cancer. His work on the epidemiology of breast cancer, in particular, has been influential in shaping understanding and prevention strategies.
-Throughout his career, Trichopoulos received numerous awards and honors for his contributions to public health and epidemiology. His legacy is carried on through the many students he mentored, many of whom have gone on to make significant contributions to public health and epidemiology.
+== Career ==
-==Death==
+Trichopoulos began his career in Greece, where he worked at the [[Hellenic Cancer Society]]. He later joined the faculty at the [[Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health]], where he served as a professor and eventually became the Vincent L. Gregory Professor of Cancer Prevention.
-Dimitrios Trichopoulos passed away on December 1, 2014. His death was widely mourned in the scientific community, with many colleagues and students reflecting on his profound impact on the field of epidemiology and public health.
+=== Research Contributions ===
+Trichopoulos is best known for his research on the role of [[hormones]] in the development of breast cancer. He was among the first to propose that [[estrogen]] exposure in [[utero]] could influence breast cancer risk later in life. His work on the [[Mediterranean diet]] also highlighted its protective effects against various chronic diseases, including cancer.
+In addition to his work on breast cancer, Trichopoulos conducted significant research on the relationship between [[hepatitis B]] infection and liver cancer, contributing to the understanding of [[viral oncogenesis]].
+== Awards and Honors ==
+Throughout his career, Trichopoulos received numerous awards and honors for his contributions to epidemiology and public health. He was elected to the [[Academy of Athens]] and was a member of several prestigious scientific organizations, including the [[American Epidemiological Society]].
+== Personal Life ==
+Trichopoulos was married to [[Antonia Trichopoulou]], a fellow epidemiologist and collaborator in many of his research projects. Together, they advanced the study of the Mediterranean diet and its health benefits.
+== Legacy ==
+Dimitrios Trichopoulos left a lasting impact on the field of epidemiology through his innovative research and dedication to public health. His work continues to influence studies on cancer prevention and the role of lifestyle factors in disease development.
+== Related Pages ==
-==See Also==
 * [[Epidemiology]]
-* [[Cancer epidemiology]]
+* [[Cancer prevention]]
-* [[Public health]]
+* [[Mediterranean diet]]
-* [[Passive smoking]]
+* [[Breast cancer]]
+* [[Liver cancer]]
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+[[Category:Epidemiologists]]
+[[Category:Greek scientists]]
 [[Category:1938 births]]
 [[Category:2014 deaths]]
-[[Category:Greek scientists]]
-[[Category:Epidemiologists]]
-[[Category:Harvard School of Public Health alumni]]
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