Charles Richet

Charles Richet was a French physiologist and scientist best known for discovering anaphylaxis, a severe allergic reaction. He studied how the immune system can sometimes overreact to harmless substances, causing dangerous symptoms. Richet's work helped advance understanding of allergies and immune responses. In 1913, he was awarded the Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine, shared with Ilya Mechnikov, for their discoveries related to immunity. His research has had lasting influence on medicine, particularly in understanding allergic reactions and developing treatments.