Elizabeth Lee Hazen
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1885 – 1975
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Who was Elizabeth Lee Hazen?
Elizabeth Lee Hazen is most known for her contribution to the development of nystatin. Her education focused on science and research where she developed a passion for microbiology. Her peers and teachers knew her as a quick learner and a bright student. In 1948, she teamed up with Rachel Fuller Brown to develop nystatin, the first non-toxic drug treatment for fungal infections in humans. Her research had multiple applications ranging from saving infected trees to restoring paintings and artwork damaged due to mold.
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- Born
- Aug 24, 1885
Coahoma County - Nationality
- United States of America
- Education
- Columbia University
- Mississippi University for Women
- Lived in
- New York City
- Died
- Jun 24, 1975
Seattle
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on July 23, 2013
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