Helmut Poppendick
German physician and medical researcher
Born
1902
123 years ago
Died
January 11th, 1994
31 years ago — 92 years old
Category
Scientists & Innovators
Country
Germany
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Contributions to medicine included advancements in the field of immunology. Focus on research related to immune response mechanisms and diseases. Served as a physician and conducted significant studies that aided in understanding allergies. Involved in various medical organizations and participated in numerous health-related conferences, disseminating knowledge within the medical community.
Advanced research in immunology
Contributed to understanding allergies
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