Tasuku Honjo

Tasuku Honjo is a renowned Japanese scientist known for discovering a key immune system component called PD-1, a protein that helps regulate immune responses and prevent autoimmunity. His work has been pivotal in developing cancer immunotherapies, which enable the immune system to better recognize and attack tumors. Honjo's discoveries earned him the 2018 Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine, highlighting his contribution to enhancing cancer treatment and advancing our understanding of immune regulation. His research has significantly impacted medicine by opening new avenues for fighting cancer and other diseases.