Lloyd J. Old

Lloyd J. Old, M.D., c. 1995

Lloyd J. Old

Lloyd J. Old was an American immunologist known for his significant contributions to the field of cancer immunotherapy. He was born on September 23, 1933, in San Francisco, California, and passed away on November 28, 2011.

Early Life and Education[edit | edit source]

Old obtained his Bachelor of Arts degree from Stanford University in 1954. He then went on to earn his medical degree from Harvard Medical School in 1958.

Career[edit | edit source]

After completing his medical studies, Old embarked on a distinguished career in immunology. He served as the Director of the Ludwig Institute for Cancer Research in New York from 1971 to 1983. During his tenure, he made groundbreaking discoveries in the field of cancer immunotherapy.

Old was a pioneer in the development of monoclonal antibody therapy for cancer treatment. His research laid the foundation for the use of antibodies to target specific cancer cells, leading to more effective and targeted therapies.

Legacy[edit | edit source]

Lloyd J. Old's work revolutionized the field of cancer treatment and paved the way for the development of novel immunotherapies. His contributions have had a lasting impact on the field of oncology and continue to inspire researchers and clinicians worldwide.

Awards and Honors[edit | edit source]

Throughout his career, Old received numerous awards and honors for his groundbreaking research in cancer immunotherapy. He was a member of the National Academy of Sciences and the American Academy of Arts and Sciences.