Els Goulmy
Els Goulmy
Els Goulmy (pronunciation: Els Goul-mee) is a renowned immunologist and professor known for her significant contributions to the field of transplantation immunology.
Etymology
The name "Els" is of Dutch origin and is a diminutive form of Elizabeth, meaning "God is my oath". The surname "Goulmy" is unique and its etymology is not widely known.
Career
Els Goulmy is a professor of Immunohematology and Blood Transfusion at Leiden University Medical Center in the Netherlands. She is recognized for her research on minor histocompatibility antigens, which are crucial in the success of organ and bone marrow transplants. Her work has significantly improved the understanding of immune response in transplantation, leading to better patient outcomes.
Related Terms
- Immunology: The branch of medicine and biology concerned with immunity.
- Transplantation Immunology: A field of immunology that studies the immune response to organ transplantation.
- Immunohematology: The study of the reactions that take place between antigens present on blood cells and antibodies present in plasma.
- Blood Transfusion: The process of transferring blood or blood products into one's circulation intravenously.
- Histocompatibility Antigens: Proteins present on the cells of the body that are recognized by the immune system.
- Immune Response: The reaction of the immune system to foreign substances.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Els Goulmy
- Wikipedia's article - Els Goulmy
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