Henry G Friesen

Henry G. Friesen

Henry G Friesen
OC BSC MD FRCP FRSC
University of Manitoba, Winnipeg, MB, Canada
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  • 2001 Winner

    Canada Gairdner Wightman Award

  • 1977 Winner

    Canada Gairdner International Award

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In recognition of his contributions to the understanding of the biochemistry, physiology and pathophysiology of lactogenic hormones and, in particular, for the identification of human prolactin.

Henry Friesen also received the Canada Gairdner Wightman Award in 2001 for his leadership to Canadian medical research and especially for leading to the establishment of the Canadian Institutes of Health Research.