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Jon van Rood (1926–2017)

  • By

  • C Mueller

  • C Bonini

  • L Foeken

  • C Chabannon

  • A Bondanza

  • K Fleischhauer

  • A Velardi

  • N Kröger

  • J Kuball

  • M Mohty

  • December 6, 2017

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    Prof. Jon van Rood, a pioneer in transplantation immunology, passed away on July 21, 2017, at the age of 91.

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    He was instrumental in founding several organizations, including Bone Marrow Donors Worldwide and the World Marrow Donor Association.

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    Jon's significant contributions to histocompatibility and immunogenetics began with his discovery of HLA antibodies in the 1950s.

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    He remained scientifically active until his final days, discussing key topics in hematopoietic cell transplantation.

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    Jon van Rood inspired generations of scientists, with awards established in his name recognizing junior investigators' contributions.

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Jon van Rood (1926–2017)

  • by C Mueller, C Bonini, L Foeken, C Chabannon, A Bondanza, K Fleischhauer, A Velardi, N Kröger, J Kuball, M Mohty

  • December 6, 2017

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