| Date of Birth | 14-November-1933 | |
| Place of Birth |
Japan (Asia, East Asia, Eurasia) |
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| Nationality | Japan | |
| Profession | Scientist | |
| Akira Endo is a Japanese biochemist whose research into the relationship between fungi and cholesterol biosynthesis led to the development of statin drugs, which are some of the best-selling pharmaceuticals in history. He was awarded the 22nd Japan Prize in 2006 and the Lasker Award in 2008. | ||
Awards by Akira Endo |
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| Check all the awards nominated and won by Akira Endo. | ||
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