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George Herbert Hitchings

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George Herbert Hitchings (1905-1998) was an American pharmacologist who received the Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine in 1988 for his significant contributions to the development of numerous life-saving drugs. Throughout his career, Hitchings pioneered innovative research, utilizing purine, pyrimidine, and conjugate compounds to create targeted medications that revolutionized modern medicine.

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1. George Herbert Hitchings co-developed the first antiviral drug, which was a breakthrough in treating viral infections.
2. His collaboration with fellow pharmacologists led to the creation of drugs for treating leukemia, malaria, and other debilitating diseases.
3. Hitchings' dedication to scientific discovery contributed to the development of drugs that saved countless lives.

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