Umberto Veronesi
Umberto Veronesi was an Italian oncologist, physician, scientist, and politician, internationally known for his contributions on prevention and treatment of breast cancer throughout a career spanning over fifty years. He was the founder and president of the Umberto Veronesi Foundation. He also founded and held the role of scientific director and scientific director emeritus of the European Institute of Oncology.
Career Journey
Background
- Born in
- Milan
- Educated at
- University of MilanUniversity of Pavia
- Awards
- 🏆 honorary citizen of Inveruno🏆 honorary doctor of the University of Antwerp🏆 Leopold Griffuel Prize🏆 Komen Brinker Award for Scientific Distinction🏆 Knight Grand Cross of the Order of Merit of the Italian Republic
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Timeline
1925
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