francis peyton rous
Definition
- Proper noun:
- Francis Peyton Rous: An American pathologist and Nobel laureate renowned for his groundbreaking discovery that certain viruses can cause tumors in animals. His work laid a crucial foundation for the field of cancer virology.
Usage Examples
- Proper noun:
- The research of Francis Peyton Rous demonstrated a viral link to cancer.
- In 1966, Francis Peyton Rous was awarded the Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine.
Advanced Usage
- The Rous sarcoma virus (RSV): Named after him, this is the virus he discovered that causes sarcomas in chickens.
- Studies of the Rous sarcoma virus have been fundamental to understanding oncogenes.
Variants and Related Words
- Rous (surname): Often used alone in scientific literature to refer to him or his discoveries.
- The Rous discovery revolutionized oncology.
- Rous-associated (adj): A term used in virology, e.g., Rous-associated virus.
- Roussian (adj): Pertaining to the work or discoveries of Francis Peyton Rous (less common).
Synonyms
- Peyton Rous: A common abbreviated form of his name.
- F. Peyton Rous: A standard academic citation format.
Related Phrases and Terms
- Rous sarcoma: The type of cancer induced by the virus he identified.
- He successfully transmitted Rous sarcoma between chickens.
- Rous Prize: While not a standard phrase, it may refer to awards or lectures named in his honor.
Noun
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United States pathologist who discovered viruses that cause tumors (1879-1970)
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