Dr. Rita Levi-Montalcini

Dr. Rita Levi-Montalcini was a renowned Italian neurobiologist who discovered nerve growth factor (NGF), a protein essential for the survival, development, and maintenance of nerve cells. Her pioneering research in the mid-20th century greatly advanced understanding of how the nervous system develops and heals. She received the Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine in 1986 for her work. Throughout her career, she was committed to science and education, promoting biomedical research. Her contributions have had a lasting impact on neuroscience and medical science, helping improve treatments for nerve injuries and neurodegenerative diseases.