James Till's Contributions to Biophysics

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Questions and Answers

In which year did James Till complete his PhD in biophysics?

  • 1961
  • 1955
  • 1957 (correct)
  • 1965

What significant award did James Till receive in 2005?

  • Royal Society of Canada Medal
  • Albert Lasker Award for Basic Medical Research (correct)
  • Gairdner Foundation International Award
  • Nobel Prize in Physiology

What was the focus of James Till's extraordinary discovery with Ernest McCulloch?

  • Discovery of cancer treatment methodologies
  • Analysis of blood cell types
  • Development of radiation therapy techniques
  • Identification of unspecialized cells in bone marrow (correct)

What role did James Till recognize in his later research interests related to patient support?

<p>The role of the internet in patient advocacy (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Where did James Till take up a research fellowship after completing his PhD?

<p>University of Toronto (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What key aspect related to cancer treatment did Till research in his later career?

<p>Patient quality of life (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which institution did James Till join in 1958 to collaborate with Ernest McCulloch?

<p>Ontario Cancer Institute (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What year did Till and McCulloch publish their influential paper on mouse bone marrow cells?

<p>1961 (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In which year did James Till become a Fellow of the Royal Society of Canada?

<p>1969 (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was a notable aspect of James Till's early life before his academic achievements?

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James Till

A physicist known for his work in cancer research and stem cells.

Stem Cells

Unspecialized cells in bone marrow that can develop into any blood cell type.

Milestones in career

Key events marking James Till's professional journey.

1957 PhD

James Till completed his PhD in biophysics at Yale University.

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Radiosensitivity of cells

Study by Till and McCulloch on how mouse marrow cells respond to radiation.

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Albert Lasker Award

Prestigious award received by Till in 2005 for Basic Medical Research.

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Research Ethics

Investigated ethical considerations in research, important for medical integrity.

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Cancer Treatment Methodologies

James Till's work included exploring ways to treat cancer effectively.

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Patient Quality of Life

An important aspect of Till's research concerning living conditions during treatment.

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Internet in Patient Advocacy

Till recognized the internet's role in supporting cancer patients and advocacy.

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