John Goodpasture

John Goodpasture was an American physician and researcher known for his significant contributions to microbiology and immunology. He is best remembered for developing techniques to grow viruses in laboratory settings, particularly the virus that causes influenza. His work laid the foundation for understanding viral infections and contributed to vaccine development. Goodpasture also identified a specific autoimmune disease, Goodpasture's syndrome, which affects the lungs and kidneys. His research has had a lasting impact on medicine and our understanding of infectious diseases, ultimately improving public health strategies and treatments.